Pronunciation: /pəˈlɛmɪk/
noun a strong verbal or written attack on someone or something
A1 The students had a friendly discussion, not a polemic.
A2 The article sparked a polemic among readers.
B1 The politician's speech was filled with polemic arguments.
B2 The debate turned into a heated polemic between the two candidates.
C1 The author's polemic on social issues sparked a nationwide conversation.
C2 The polemic between the scientists led to a groundbreaking discovery in the field of physics.
adjective involving strongly critical, controversial, or disputatious writing or speech
A1 The children had a polemic discussion about their favorite cartoons.
A2 The students were asked to write a polemic essay on a controversial topic.
B1 The book received mixed reviews due to its polemic nature.
B2 The politician's polemic speech caused a stir among the audience.
C1 The professor's polemic arguments challenged the traditional views on the subject.
C2 The author's polemic style of writing sparked intense debates among literary critics.
formal The author's latest book is a polemic against the current political system.
informal I heard there was a big polemic at the town hall meeting last night.
slang The debate turned into a real polemic, with people shouting and throwing insults.
figurative Her artwork was seen as a polemic against traditional beauty standards.
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