faction
Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples
Pronunciation: US /ˈfækʃən/
Forms: factions
faction means: A group within a larger organization whose members share particular views that others disagree with.
noun
A group within a larger organization whose members share particular views that others disagree with.
- A small faction opposed the plan.
- The party split into two factions.
- Her faction gained support among younger members.
Disagreement and fighting between groups within a community or organization.
- Faction weakened the council.
- The city was torn by faction.
- Years of faction left the kingdom divided.
Stories or films that mix real people and events with invented details.
- Her latest book is faction.
- The film uses faction to explore the trial.
- Some readers enjoy faction more than straight history.
Questions about faction
What does faction mean?
A group within a larger organization whose members share particular views that others disagree with.
What is faction in other languages?
Türkçe: hizip · Español: facción · Français: faction · Deutsch: Fraktion · Italiano: fazione · 日本語: 派閥
How do you pronounce faction?
It is pronounced /ˈfækʃən/.
How do you use faction in a sentence?
A small faction opposed the plan. The party split into two factions.
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