English / idiom
Hot-Button Issue
MEANING IN ENGLISH
A controversial and sensitive subject that evokes strong emotions and heated debate.
In context
01
The environmental impact of excessive tourism in fragile alpine ecosystems has become a hot-button issue for conservationists.
02
Restricting camper vans in historic coastal villages remains a hot-button issue between local authorities and holidaymakers.
Synonyms
controversial topic,touchy subject,divisive debate
Antonyms
uncontroversial matter,non-issue,settled question
Collocations
major hot-button issue,sensitive hot-button issue,remain a hot-button issue