This is the 7613th most frequent Portuguese word.
polêmico
Controversial; causing debate or disagreement.
Here, 'polêmica' is used to describe a statement causing debate or disagreement.
O político deu uma declaração polêmica sobre questões sociais.
The politician made a controversial statement about social issues.
In this sentence, 'polêmico' denotes a topic or subject of debate or contrast in views.
O livro trata de um tema polêmico que divide opiniões.
The book addresses a controversial subject that divides opinions.
Here, 'polêmica' characterizes an idea that provokes discussion or disagreement from various perspectives.