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

Australian selectors also controversially overlooked Steve Smith, who is in form and one of their best batters against spin.

From Barron's

The reigning world champion will be competing at his first Olympics having controversially been left out of the US team in Beijing.

From BBC

Just 24 hours after Manchester City had a goal controversially ruled out through VAR, Arsenal saw theirs stand.

From BBC

But West Ham had a second goal from Crysencio Summerville controversially ruled out by VAR for the tightest of offside decisions.

From Barron's

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