Meaning of the word factious in English

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factious

US /ˈfæk.ʃəs/
UK /ˈfæk.ʃəs/

Adjective

inclined to form factions; given to dissension or discord

Example:
The committee was too factious to reach a unanimous decision.
His factious remarks only served to deepen the division within the group.