polemisch
polemical
The German word "polemisch" is an adjective meaning "polemical" or "controversial", describing speech or writing that is strongly critical or argumentative.
It is not a compound, but comes from "Polemik" (polemic), which itself derives from Greek polemikos, meaning "warlike".
Similar words:
- streitbar (combative),
- kritisch (critical),
- kontrovers (controversial).
Differences:
While "polemisch" implies a sharp, sometimes aggressive argumentative style, "kritisch" can be more neutral and analytical, and "kontrovers" refers more broadly to something causing disagreement without necessarily implying an aggressive tone.
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Examples
Seine Bemerkungen waren oft polemisch.adjective
His remarks were often polemical.
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