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Controversal

Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective

Meaning

(obsolete, rare) Facing opposite directions..

Definitions by Sense

  1. (obsolete, rare) Facing opposite directions.
  2. (obsolete) Subject to controversy; controversial.

Example Sentences

The temple of Janus with his two controversal faces might now not unsignificantly be set open.

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What does controversal mean?

Controversal means (obsolete, rare) Facing opposite directions..

What is a synonym for controversal?

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What is the opposite of controversal?

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How do you use controversal in a sentence?

The temple of Janus with his two controversal faces might now not unsignificantly be set open.

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