Controversial
Controversial adjective - Relating to or causing the expression of opposing opinions.
Rebellious and controversial are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Rebellious" instead an adjective "Controversial".
Rebellious
Rebellious adjective - Taking part in a rebellion.
Controversial and rebellious are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Controversial" instead an adjective "Rebellious".
Nearby Words: rebellion, rebelliousness
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Army during WWII, could be considered a Byronic hero: flamboyant, rebellious, courageous, intelligent, charismatic if controversial, and with Blood Knight tendencies which he acknowledged.
Source: Byronic Hero
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