English Explanatory Dictionary

pacificism

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A moderate form of political pacifism which allows the use of violence against those seeking to commit greater violence.
  2. General ethical opposition to war or violence; pacifism broadly stated.

Word forms

pacificism pacificisms

Etymology

From pacific + -ism.

Related words

pacifism pacifist
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