Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hot-potato
noun
/ˈhɒt pəˈteɪtəʊ/
Definition
A controversial issue or situation that is difficult to deal with or manage.
Examples
- The debate over climate change has become a political hot-potato.
- School policies on dress codes are often a hot-potato among students and parents.
Meaning
A topic that is emotionally charged and often avoided due to its potential to cause disagreement or conflict.
Synonyms
- contentious issue
- taboo topic
- controversial subject
