1. A suggestion or plan that causes disagreement or debate because it is considered problematic, disputed, or likely to provoke strong opposing views
The controversial proposal to raise taxes sparked heated debate in Parliament
A proposta controversa de aumentar impostos provocou um intenso debate no Parlamento
2. A formal suggestion submitted for consideration that challenges conventional thinking or established norms
The company presented a controversial proposal to restructure the entire department
A empresa apresentou uma proposta controversa para reestruturar todo o departamento