factions

Definitions

Small, organized, dissenting groups within a larger organization, political party, or government.

Conflict, dissension, or internal strife between groups within a larger body.

Examples

The political party split into several warring factions after the election results were announced.

Different factions within the organization struggled to agree on a unified strategy for the upcoming year.

The peace treaty was fragile because the various rebel factions refused to lay down their arms.

Synonyms

cliques coteries blocs sects parties camps wings

Antonyms

unions alliances coalitions wholes unities consensus agreement