controversially

American  

[kahn-truh-vur-shuh-lee, -vur-see-uh-lee] / ˌkɑn trəˈvɜr ʃə li, -ˈvɜr si ə li /

adverb

1. in a way that provokes, involves, or is characterized by controversy or dispute.

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Example Sentences

Stock spent several hours at the building overseeing the installation of security systems at the premises, which had been controversially occupied by unknown people, reports the state-run SABC.

From BBC

Both sides were missing players for a game controversially organised outside World Rugby's international window, resulting in some players having to go back to clubs.

From BBC

It is for this role that he will be remembered best and most controversially.

From BBC

The state, sometimes controversially, is now speeding review, and recently approved a massive solar and battery storage farm, the Darden Clean Energy Project in Fresno County, through a new fast-track permitting program.

From Los Angeles Times

Currently ranked 38th in the world, Algeria first appeared at the World Cup in Spain 1982, when they famously beat West Germany 2–1 but were controversially eliminated in the group stage.

From Barron's