factious

== English == === Etymology === From Latin factiosus (“divisive; inclined to separate”); derivative of factio. === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ˈfækʃəs/ Rhymes: -ækʃəs === Adjective === factious (comparative more factious, superlative most factious) Of, pertaining to, or caused by factions. Given to or characterized by discordance or insubordination. ==== Derived terms ==== ==== Translations ==== === See also === factitious === References ===