Question

The synonym of ‘controversy’ is:

• A. fight
• B. agreement
• C. dispute
• D. resolution

Hint:

When solving synonym questions, always look for the closest meaning in context; “controversy” = “dispute or debate.”

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Meaning of controversy.
A controversy is a prolonged public disagreement, debate, or heated discussion.
Step 2: Analyzing the options.
- Fight: Refers to physical conflict, not the same as controversy.
- Agreement: Opposite in meaning, so incorrect.
- Dispute: Correct, since both “controversy” and “dispute” imply disagreement.
- (Resolution: Refers to solving a problem, opposite meaning.
Step 3: Conclusion.
Thus, the correct synonym of controversy is “dispute.”
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