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- pronunciation:
- faek
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 n
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun)
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noun |
| definition 1: |
a group or party within, and often at odds with, a larger organization.
Though most members of the party were in favor of the new regulation, one faction of the party was completely opposed.- synonyms:
- splinter, splinter group
- similar words:
- bloc, cabal, coalition, contingent, group, party
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| definition 2: |
dissension or conflict in an organization, esp. political.
- synonyms:
- conflict, dissension, infighting
- similar words:
- disagreement, discord, division, schism, split
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| related words: |
block, camp |
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