controversy

noun

How many syllables in controversy?

There are 4 syllables in the word controversy.

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Definition of controversy:

controversy (noun):: a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement.; a discussion marked especially by the expression of opposing views dispute; argument or debate concerning a matter about which there is strong disagreement

Synonyms for controversy:

altercation

argle-bargle

arguing

argument

argy-bargy

battle royal

bicker

brawl

clash

conflict

contention

contestation

contretemps

cross fire

debate

difference

difference of opinion

disagreement

disceptation

discussion

disputation

dispute

dissension

donnybrook

falling-out

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Antonyms for controversy:

accord

accordance

agreeance

agreement

aid

amity

approval

assent

authorisation

authorization

calm

calmness

compliment

comprehension

concord

concordance

concurrence

confirmation

conformity

congruence

consensus

consent

consistency

consonance

cooperation

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