controversial
BrE /kənˈtɒr.vɪə.rɪ.əl/ AmE /ˌkɑːn.tərˈvɛər.əl/
adjective en → es
causing disagreement or argument among people
controversial, controvertido, polémico
- a controversial issue/person
- be controversial
Collocations controversial decision · controversial statement
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The new law is highly controversial.
La nueva ley es muy controvertida.
causing strong disagreement or disapproval because it is considered morally wrong or offensive
objetable, inaceptable, controvertido
- a controversial topic/issue
- be controversial
Collocations controversial behavior · controversial opinion
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His views on religion are quite controversial.
Sus puntos de vista sobre la religión son bastante controvertidos.