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    Polémica (en. Controversy)

    /poˈlemika/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    An intense debate on a specific topic that generates opposing opinions.
    The controversy over climate change is very active.
    La polémica sobre el cambio climático es muy activa.
    A situation that provokes dispute between different viewpoints.
    The controversy surrounding vaccines has grown in recent years.
    La polémica en torno a las vacunas ha crecido en los últimos años.
    Discourses and texts that address a controversial topic.
    The article generated a lot of controversy on social media.
    El artículo generó una gran polémica en las redes sociales.

    Etymology

    Comes from the Greek 'polemikos', which means 'related to war or dispute'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to cause controversy
    To provoke a debate or controversy.
    causar polémica
    to be in controversy
    To be the subject of an active discussion or controversy.
    estar en polémica
    to be a controversial topic
    To refer to a matter that generates divergent opinions.
    ser un tema polémico

    Related Words

    argument
    Reasoning or fact presented to support an opinion.
    argumento
    debate
    A formal discussion where different viewpoints are presented.
    debate
    dispute
    Controversy or disagreement between parties.
    disputa

    Slang Meanings

    Hot issue
    That news is a hot issue in the country.
    Esa noticia es un asunto caliente en el país.
    Hot topic
    The current political situation is a hot topic for everyone.
    La situación política actual es un tema candente para todos.