Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
polemic
noun
/pəˈlɛmɪk/
Definition
A strong verbal or written attack on someone or something.
Examples
- His article was a fierce polemic against the proposed policy changes.
- During the debate, she presented a polemic that left many in the audience contemplating their views.
- They engaged in a polemic about the future of education reform.
Meaning
Polemic refers to a dispute or argument, often involving a strong opinion that challenges or critiques an idea, belief, or existing state of affairs.
Synonyms
- controversy
- dispute
- argument
- debate
- critique
