factional

Definitions

Relating to or characteristic of a faction or factions.

Characterized by internal dissension or conflict within a larger group.

Examples

The political party was weakened by years of bitter factional infighting.

The leader struggled to maintain unity amidst the growing factional tensions within the organization.

Factional disputes often prevent the committee from reaching a consensus on important policy changes.

Synonyms

divisive partisan sectarian cliquish schismatic discordant factionary

Antonyms

unified cohesive harmonious nonpartisan impartial united consensus