Controversial Terminology

noun a girl who is considered sexually precocious or desirable

• The novel explored the controversial theme of the nymphet, a young girl who is portrayed as sexually precocious.
• Some people find it uncomfortable to discuss the character of the nymphet in the book.
• Dude, did you see that movie with the nymphet character? She was so hot!
• The artist used the image of a nymphet to symbolize innocence and temptation in his painting.

adjective causing disapproval or objection; offensive

• The company received numerous complaints about the objectionable content in their advertisement.
• I find that movie to be quite objectionable, I couldn't even finish watching it.
• I can't believe she said that, it was so objectionable!
• His behavior was so objectionable, it was like nails on a chalkboard.

verb to be against or in conflict with something

adjective in a position of being against something or someone

• The committee members were opposed to the new policy proposal.
• I'm opposed to going out tonight, I just want to stay in.
• She's totally opposed to that idea, it's not gonna happen.
• His mind was opposed to the idea, like oil and water.

noun a derogatory term used to describe a foolish or contemptible person

• The politician was criticized for his inappropriate behavior, being called a 'shitgibbon' by his opponents.
• I can't believe that shitgibbon cut me off in traffic!
• That guy is a total shitgibbon, always causing trouble.
• The CEO's decision to cut employee benefits was described as a 'shitgibbon' move by the staff.

noun a form of propaganda that seeks to deny or distort the truth of established facts

• Climate denialism persists despite overwhelming scientific evidence.
• Some people still choose to believe in climate denialism despite the facts.
• I can't believe the level of denialism some people exhibit when it comes to climate change.
• His denialism was like a brick wall, impossible to penetrate with reason.

noun a compound word formed by combining 'bigot' and 'gate', typically used to describe a scandal involving bigotry

• The scandal known as 'bigotgate' erupted when offensive comments made by a public figure were leaked to the press.
• Everyone is talking about 'bigotgate' and how it's causing a lot of drama in the political scene.
• I can't believe the mess that 'bigotgate' has caused - it's like a soap opera playing out in real life.
• The repercussions of 'bigotgate' have cast a dark shadow over the reputation of the organization involved.