How many syllables in faction?

There are 2 syllables in the word faction.

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Divide faction into syllables:

fac · tion

How to pronounce faction:

Definition of faction:

faction (noun):: a clique (often secret) that seeks power usually through intrigue.; a party or group (as within a government) that is often contentious or self-seeking clique; a small group of people within a larger body, but differing from it in certain aims and ideas

Synonyms for faction:

body team block camarilla schism gang contingent party camp division

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Antonyms for faction:

success entirety peace calm harmony liking concord accord separation victory

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