Faction

/fˈækʃən/

/ˈfækʃən/

Faction

a clique (often secret) that seeks power usually through intrigue

synonyms : cabal

a dissenting clique

synonyms : sect

arguments and disagreements between small groups of people within a political party or an organization

Examples

1. The empire is riddled with factions, all with an eye on the main chance

2. In the past, he blew hot and cold in his political alliances, aligning with different factions to suit his interests.

3. Factions had formed.

4. Rival factions divided the party.