factions

word · lemma: faction

Definition

Factions are smaller groups within a larger group, often created because of disagreements or different interests. They are common in politics, organizations, or any community with some internal division.

Usage & Nuances

Mostly formal or academic, used in politics, workplace, or history. Common phrases: 'rival factions', 'split into factions'. Not to be confused with 'fractions' (math parts). 'Faction' can also refer to a genre combining fact and fiction, but that's much less common.

Spanish: facciones - bandosPortuguese (BR): facções - grupos rivaisPortuguese (PT): facções - grupos rivaisChinese (Simplified): 派系 - 派别Chinese (Traditional): 派系 - 派別Hindi: गुट - फाड़Arabic: فصائل - جماعات

Example Sentences

The party split into several factions after the debate.

basic

Different factions wanted different leaders in the school.

basic

There are two main factions in the committee.

basic

The two rival factions could never agree on anything.

natural

She tried to unite the factions and end the constant arguments.

natural

All these small factions make it hard to get things done.

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