Breakaway

usgb/ˈbreɪkəweɪ/
adjective

Moving or having moved away from a group.

The breakaway group held a separate meeting.
Visual representation of "breakaway" - Moving or having moved away from a group

Often appears as...

  • breakaway group
  • breakaway faction
Definition 1 of 3
Visual representation of "breakaway"
LampPro Tip 1/2

Group dissent

Used when individuals split from a larger entity due to disagreement or a distinct goal.

Illustration for Group dissent
The breakaway faction formed their own community.
LampPro Tip 2/2

Political context

Common in politics to describe factions that form due to differing ideologies.

Illustration for Political context
The breakaway party gained surprising support during the elections.
Word comparison image

Compare with

defectivedeparturedisengagedissidentescapeindependentsecessionistseparatist
Look up Compare with
Visual representation of the word "Breakaway"

Never forget "Breakaway"

Humans forget easily. That's why you should download WordUp: Smart reminders, word games, AI practice, and much more!

Download on the App StoreGet it on Google PlayGet it from MicrosoftGet it on AppGallery
Chrome

WordUp Chrome Extension

As you browse the web instantly look up words you don’t know.

Get Chrome Extension
Back to top