pacificism

Meanings

Plural: pacificisms

Noun

• the doctrine that all violence is unjustifiable
• the belief that all international disputes can be settled by arbitration
• A moderate form of political pacifism which allows the use of violence against those seeking to commit greater violence.
• General ethical opposition to war or violence; pacifism broadly stated.

Synonyms

pacifism, passivism

Related Words

pacifism, pacifist