noncontroversial

adjective

non·con·tro·ver·sial ˌnän-ˌkän-trə-ˈvər-shəl

-ˈvər-sē-əl

Synonyms of noncontroversial next

: not arousing or subject to controversy or dispute : not controversial

a noncontroversial subject/nominee

noncontroversial legislation

Examples of noncontroversial in a Sentence

a noncontroversial proposal for increasing security at nuclear power plants

Recent Examples on the Web

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While seemingly noncontroversial, the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals has taken a stance, urging the park to offer a vegan-only menu. —

Brandi D. Addison, Austin American-Statesman, 24 May 2024 The consent calendar typically includes noncontroversial items that are routine in nature which are all approved in a single vote. —

Sierra Lopez, The Mercury News, 13 Nov. 2024 Beatles ’64 will come to Disney+ November 29, just in time for noncontroversial family viewing during the holidays. —

Bethy Squires, Vulture, 14 Oct. 2024 The House will vote on a series of noncontroversial health bills under suspension when lawmakers return Tuesday. —

Victoria Knight, Axios, 16 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for noncontroversial

Word History

First Known Use

1861, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of noncontroversial was in 1861

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“Noncontroversial.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/noncontroversial. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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