Controversy

/kˈɒntɹəvˌɜːsi/

/ˈkɑntɹəˌvɝsi/

Controversy

a strong disagreement or argument over something that involves many people

synonyms : arguing

Examples

1. The whole controversy turned out to be a storm in a teacup.

2. He always fans the flames of controversy by making provocative statements.

3. MacMillan has never fought shy of controversy.

4. The journalist's article is adding fuel to the flames of the controversy, and people are becoming more angry.