dong2 tung4 fat6 ji6黨同伐異党同伐异
Jyutpingdong2 tung4 fat6 ji6
Yaledóng tùhng faht yih
Definition
To unite with those who share the same views and attack those who differ; to be narrowly partisan.
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How it's used
This idiom carries a strong negative connotation, describing a toxic environment where loyalty to a group overrides objective truth or merit. It is frequently used in political or corporate contexts to criticize people who prioritize internal power dynamics over fairness. Unlike simply having friends with similar views, this term implies an active, aggressive effort to exclude or sabotage anyone who thinks differently.
Examples
Their company is always engaging in factionalism, making it very hard to work there.
Related words
Common phrases
to have a partisan style of behavior
Common mistake
Learners often mistake this for a neutral way to describe having a group of friends, but it is strictly used to criticize exclusionary or biased behavior. It is not a term you would use to describe your own social circle.
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