This is the 15243rd most frequent German word.
umstrittene
"Umstrittene" means "controversial" or "disputed" in English.
Here, 'umstrittene' describes the noun 'Entscheidung' (decision), implying it is the subject of controversy.
Die umstrittene Entscheidung führte zu langen Debatten.
The controversial decision led to lengthy debates.
In this sentence, 'umstrittenen' modifies the noun 'Theorien' (theories), highlighting that these theories provoke debate or disagreement.
Dieser Professor ist für seine umstrittenen Theorien bekannt.
This professor is known for his controversial theories.
The adjective 'umstritten' directly describes 'Thema' (topic), indicating its potential to cause differing opinions.