All cause celebre synonyms
cause cé·lè·bre
C c noun cause celebre
- bone of contention — If a particular matter or issue is a bone of contention, it is the subject of a disagreement or argument.
- controversy — Controversy is a lot of discussion and argument about something, often involving strong feelings of anger or disapproval.
- debate — A debate is a discussion about a subject on which people have different views.
- scandal — a disgraceful or discreditable action, circumstance, etc.
- moot point — open to discussion or debate; debatable; doubtful: Whether that was the cause of their troubles is a moot point.
- hot potato — Informal. a situation or issue that is difficult, unpleasant, or risky to deal with.