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Polemical

usgb/pəˈlemɪkl/Volume
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Critical TonePlay
Polemical refers to a tone that's critical and sometimes aggressive, typically used to challenge or argue against a belief. SlideHis polemical writings challenged the mainstream viewpoint.
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Use 'polemical' in situations where debate or argumentation is happening, especially when someone is taking a firm, oppositional stance. SlideThe panel discussion turned polemical with differing opinions clashing.
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In academic contexts, 'polemical' can describe texts or discussions that engage in scholarly debates, employing thorough critique. SlideThe professor's polemical treatise sparked debate in the field.
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