Noun
The splitting of a group into factions.
Conflict between factions.
Source: en.wiktionary.orgA crisis of confidence soon resulted across ZAPU, which was already suffering from poor morale, compounded by tribal and ideological factionalism. Source: Internet
All these dangers coincide with the inter-NCP wrangling, the factionalism dividing Parliament at a time when decisive action is needed to deal with the health emergency, and the economic crisis that the pandemic has spawned. Source: Internet
Anura Bandaranaike was soon thrust into the role of the keeper of his father's legacy, but he inherited a political party torn apart by factionalism and reduced to a minimal role in the Parliament. Source: Internet
At the same time, moreover, all political parties suffered from growing internal factionalism, especially the PRP itself. Source: Internet
Deng emphatically opposed Party factionalism, and his policies aimed to promote unity as the first step to restoring economic productivity. Source: Internet
During 2005, with the Mugabe's future in question, factionalism within the Shona has increased. Source: Internet