Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

controversial opinion

noun

/ˌkɒn.trəˈvɜː.ʃəl əˈpɪn.jən/

Definition

A view or belief that provokes public disagreement or debate.

Examples

His controversial opinion on climate change sparked a heated debate.
Many people respect her for expressing her controversial opinions, even when they disagree.
The article presented several controversial opinions on the new policy.

Meaning

A controversial opinion is typically one that is likely to cause strong reactions due to differing beliefs, values, or interpretations regarding a subject.