brisant
Translation
explosive, controversial, highly topical, sensitive
Examples
Das ist ein brisantes Thema.
That is a sensitive topic.
Die politische Lage ist sehr brisant.
The political situation is very explosive.
Er hat brisante Informationen erhalten.
He received explosive information.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to be ... Das Thema ist brisant.
a ... ((noun)) ein brisantes Thema
Similar Words
Synonyms: sensitive, controversial, explosive, topical
Etymology
From French 'brisant', present participle of 'briser' (to break). It refers to a topic that could 'break' the peace.
Memory Tips
Imagine a topic so 'brisk' and 'instant' that it immediately causes controversy.