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pacifism

Pronunciation: /ˈpasɪfɪz(ə)m/
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Definition of pacifism

noun

[mass noun]
  • the belief that war and violence are unjustifiable and that all disputes should be settled by peaceful means: there remains a powerful undercurrent of pacifism the case for absolute pacifism

Origin:

early 20th century: from French pacifisme, from pacifier 'pacify'

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