Controversial
Controversial adjective - Relating to or causing the expression of opposing opinions.
Obstructive and controversial are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Obstructive" instead an adjective "Controversial".
Obstructive
Obstructive adjective - Preventing movement.
Controversial and obstructive are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Controversial" instead an adjective "Obstructive".
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