controversial

UK
/ˌkɒn.trəˈvɜː.ʃəl/
US
/ˌkɑːn.trəˈvɝː.ʃəl/

Translations

controversialadjective
more controversial
Comp.
most controversial
Super.
UK
/ˌkɒn.trəˈvɜː.ʃəl/
US
/ˌkɑːn.trəˈvɝː.ʃəl/
The new policy is quite controversial among the employees.
Новая политика является довольно спорной среди сотрудников.
The book received controversial reviews from critics.
Книга получила противоречивые отзывы от критиков.

Definitions

controversialadjective
Giving rise or likely to give rise to public disagreement; debatable.
The new policy is highly controversial and has sparked debates across the country.
(of a person) known for provoking or engaging in disputes.
He was a controversial figure whose statements frequently made headlines.