A controvérsia
Example: A controvérsia sobre o novo projeto gerou muitos debates acalorados.
Definition
"A controvérsia" refers to a public disagreement or heated debate about a particular issue, often involving opposing opinions and discussions. It emphasizes the conflict and differing viewpoints surrounding a topic, such as in the phrase 'The controversy over the new project sparked many heated debates.'
Etymology
The word "controvérsia" comes from the Latin 'controversia,' meaning 'dispute' or 'controversy.' It combines 'contra-' meaning 'against' and 'vertere' meaning 'to turn,' suggesting a turning against or opposition. Did you know that "controvérsia" has been used since medieval times to describe conflicts and debates?
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