GRE Word List

FACTIOUS

of or relating to faction: such as

The meaning of the word factious is of or relating to faction: such as.

Random words

WordMeaning
chortleto sing or chant exultantly
abominableworthy of or causing disgust or hatred : detestable
litotesunderstatement in which an affirmative is expressed by the negative of the contrary (as in "not a bad singer" or "not unhappy")
masona skilled worker who builds by laying units of substantial material (such as stone or brick)
incredulitythe quality or state of being incredulous : disbelief
poreto gaze intently
chorethe regular or daily light work of a household or farm
estrangedhaving lost former closeness and affection : in a state of alienation from a previous close or familial relationship
mutedbeing mute : silent
inherentinvolved in the constitution or essential character of something : belonging by nature or habit : intrinsic