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faction

//ˈfækʃn//
English Definition
A small dissenting group within a larger one.
中文释义
派系;小集团;内讧
Example Sentence

A small faction within the research committee argued for a different method of dating the ancient artifacts.

研究委员会内部的一个小派系主张用不同的方法来确定古代文物的年代。

Synonyms
clique splinter group wing
Antonyms
entirety whole
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
fact(做,如 faction 内部各行其是) → 自成一派 → 派系。
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Practice — Definition Match

Which choice best defines “faction”?

  1. A The desire to help others, especially through giving.
  2. B A small dissenting group within a larger one.
  3. C Not serious; trivial.
  4. D The highest point.
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B — A small dissenting group within a larger one.. “faction” means A small dissenting group within a larger one..

Practice — Which Word Fits?

Which word means “A small dissenting group within a larger one.”?

  1. A pinnacle
  2. B faction
  3. C frivolous
  4. D philanthropy
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B — faction. “faction” means A small dissenting group within a larger one..

Common questions about “faction”

What does “faction” mean?

faction — A small dissenting group within a larger one.. In Chinese: 派系;小集团;内讧.

How do you pronounce “faction”?

faction is pronounced //ˈfækʃn//.

How is “faction” used in a sentence?

A small faction within the research committee argued for a different method of dating the ancient artifacts. (研究委员会内部的一个小派系主张用不同的方法来确定古代文物的年代。)

What are synonyms for “faction”?

clique, splinter group, wing — all close in meaning to faction (A small dissenting group within a larger one.).

What is the opposite of “faction”?

entirety, whole — each the opposite of faction (A small dissenting group within a larger one.).

Is “faction” an SAT vocabulary word?

Yes. faction is on the SAT Prep Easy list — mid-frequency academic words that do get tested. The Digital SAT does not test vocabulary in isolation; words like this one are tested through Words in Context questions, where you choose the word that completes a passage most logically and precisely.

How can I remember “faction”?

fact(做,如 faction 内部各行其是) → 自成一派 → 派系。

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