Faction
7 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
A small group within a larger organisation that pursues its own agenda, often through intrigue or political scheming.
“A breakaway faction within the party threatened to undermine the leadership's authority.”
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/ˈfækʃən/
Syllables
fac·tion
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FACT opening with ION ending, ION is a common three-letter Wordle word cluster
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Worth 12 points, ION ending provides strong hook options and FACT is a recognisable stem
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