controversy
/ˈkɒntrəvɜrsɪ/
con · tro · ver · sy
ˈkɒn · trə · vɜr · sɪ
English Definition
n. public disagreement
Significado en Español
controversia
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
tranh cãi
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Example Sentence
The law caused much controversy.
这法律引起许多争议。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
contra(opposite)+vers(turn)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Which of the following is a synonym for the word “controversy”? The debate sparked a significant amount of controversy, dividing the community.
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A
Peace
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B
Agreement
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C
Dispute
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D
Silence
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C — Dispute.
“controversy” means n. public disagreement
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
The new law stirred up great ______ among the citizens.
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A
agreement
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B
harmony
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C
silence
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D
controversy
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D — controversy.
“controversy” means n. public disagreement
Common questions about “controversy”
What does “controversy” mean?
controversy — n. public disagreement. In Chinese: 争议，争论.
How do you pronounce “controversy”?
controversy is pronounced /ˈkɒntrəvɜrsɪ/. It breaks into 4 syllables: con · tro · ver · sy.
How do you use “controversy” in a sentence?
The law caused much controversy. (这法律引起许多争议。)
What are synonyms for “controversy”?
dispute, debate — all close in meaning to controversy (n. public disagreement).
Is “controversy” an ISEE Lower-level word?
Yes. controversy appears on the iSEE Vocab Lower list, which covers 600+ words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “controversy”?
contra(opposite)+vers(turn)
