Meaning of "factionist" in English

A "factionist" refers to an individual who actively supports or promotes the interests of a particular faction, often causing division or conflict within a larger group. This term is commonly used to describe someone who is deeply partisan or who actively works to advance the agenda of a specific subset within an organization, party, or movement. Such individuals might be seen as divisive, as their actions can lead to disagreements or splits within the broader collective, driven by their commitment to their faction.

Meaning of "factieuse" in French

The French term "factieuse" carries a similar meaning to the English "factionist," referring to a person who is engaged in or inclined towards causing divisions or disputes within a larger group. It describes someone who promotes or incites factionalism, being actively involved in stirring conflicts or disagreements for the benefit of a particular faction. Typically, this term is used in a political or organizational context to denote individuals whose actions lead to discord and divisions within a collective.

Pronunciation of "factionist" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˈfæk.ʃən.ɪst/

There are no significant regional variations in the pronunciation of "factionist" in English. The pronunciation is fairly consistent across different English-speaking regions, maintaining the emphasis on the first syllable.

Pronunciation of "factieuse" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /fak.sjøz/

In French, "factieuse" is pronounced consistently across various regions. The pronunciation does not vary significantly, emphasizing the French articulation, with the nasal sound at the end being pronounced clearly.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. The factionist disrupted the meeting with her divisive comments. (La factieuse a perturbé la réunion avec ses commentaires divisifs.)
  2. Many saw him as a factionist due to his unwavering loyalty to his group. (Beaucoup le considéraient comme un factioniste en raison de sa loyauté indéfectible envers son groupe.)
  3. The political party was plagued by factionist rivalries. (Le parti politique était en proie à des rivalités factieuses.)
  4. She was labeled a factionist after her actions led to a schism. (Elle a été étiquetée comme factieuse après que ses actions aient conduit à un schisme.)
  5. The factionist movement weakened the organization's unity. (Le mouvement factieux a affaibli l'unité de l'organisation.)
  6. His reputation as a factionist preceded him in every discussion. (Sa réputation de factieux le précédait dans chaque discussion.)
  7. Historians agree that factionist behavior was rampant during the era. (Les historiens s'accordent à dire que le comportement factieux était répandu à cette époque.)
  8. She denied being a factionist, despite the growing evidence. (Elle a nié être une factieuse, malgré les preuves croissantes.)
  9. The company struggled due to factionist divisions among the board members. (L'entreprise a eu du mal à cause des divisions factieuses parmi les membres du conseil.)
  10. His factionist tactics were criticized by his peers. (Ses tactiques factieuses ont été critiquées par ses pairs.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "factionist" in English

Synonyms: separatist, partisan, dissenter, rebel, zealot

Antonyms: unifier, harmonizer, peacemaker, conciliator, mediator

Similar Words: activist, advocate, supporter, backer, defender

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "factieuse" in French

Synonyms: séditieuse, rebelle, agitatrice, dissidente, partisane

Antonyms: unificatrice, conciliatrice, pacificatrice, médiatrice, harmonieuse

Similar Words: activiste, militante, promotrice, soutien, avocate

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