C1
faction vs fraction vs fragment
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| factionnoun/ˈfæk.ʃən/ | Meaning a small group inside a larger group, especially a political party, that disagrees with the rest | Goes with rival faction | Example Rival factions within the army fought for control of the capital. |
| fractionnoun/ˈfræk.ʃən/ | Meaning a very small part or amount of something; in math, a number such as ½ or ¾ | Goes with a fraction of | Example Only a fraction of plastic waste is actually recycled. |
| fragmentnoun/ˈfræɡ.mənt/ | Meaning a small piece that has broken off something larger | Goes with a fragment of | Example Police found a fragment of glass near the broken window. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
No single political could win enough seats.