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Polemicist

usgb/pəˈlemɪsɪst/Volume
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Opinionated Tone

Polemicists often have strong, possibly polarizing opinions that provoke discussion or disagreement.

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The columnist was a renowned polemicist, unafraid of upsetting readers.
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Challenging Status Quo

Polemicists typically challenge commonly accepted beliefs or practices through their arguments.

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As a polemicist, she frequently questioned the effectiveness of the education system.
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Context Specific

The term is often used in political, religious, or philosophical debates where polarized views are expected.

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He was a polemicist who relished in philosophical debates about existence.
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