Synonyms: polemic
Definition: a controversy (especially over a belief or dogma)
Similar words: arguing, argument, tilt, disceptation, disputation, contention, contestation, controversy
Definition: a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement
Usage: they were involved in a violent argument
Synonyms: polemic, polemicist, polemist
Definition: a writer who argues in opposition to others (especially in theology)
Definition: writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)
Definition: of or involving dispute or controversy
Similar words: controversial
Definition: marked by or capable of arousing controversy
Usage: the issue of the death penalty is highly controversial; Rushdie's controversial book; a controversial decision on affirmative action