kontrovers
Translation
controversial, contentious, disputed
Examples
Das ist ein kontroverses Thema.
That is a controversial topic.
Die Entscheidung war sehr kontrovers.
The decision was very controversial.
Grammar Patterns
sth. is controversial The topic is politically very controversial.
Similar Words
Synonyms: umstritten, strittig; Antonyms: unumstritten, eindeutig
Etymology
From Latin 'contra' (against) + 'versus' (turned). Literally 'turned against'.
Memory Tips
It's a direct cognate of 'controversial'. Think of 'contra' as 'against' an idea.