nonviolence

/'nɔn'vaiələnt/
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nonviolence

A protester practices nonviolence by sitting quietly in a public park.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • The practice or principle of abstaining from violence, especially as a method of political protest or social change: It refers to the use of peaceful means, such as protest, civil disobedience, or non-cooperation, to achieve goals without inflicting physical harm.
Usage
  • General Concept: "Nonviolence" is used to describe a philosophy, strategy, or way of life that rejects physical aggression. It is often associated with social and political movements.
  • As a Method: It is frequently discussed as a tactic for resistance, emphasizing moral force and passive resistance over violent confrontation.
Examples
  • Noun:
    • Mahatma Gandhi is renowned for his steadfast commitment to nonviolence.
    • The movement succeeded through a disciplined campaign of nonviolence and civil disobedience.
    • Her belief in nonviolence guides all her actions as an activist.
Advanced Usage
  • "Principle of nonviolence": The ethical doctrine that violence is morally unjustifiable.
    • The community center teaches the principle of nonviolence to resolve conflicts.
  • "Strategy of nonviolence": The planned use of nonviolent action to achieve specific political or social objectives.
    • Their strategy of nonviolence included boycotts and sit-ins.
Variants and Related Words
  • Nonviolent (adj): Characterized by a lack of violence; peaceful.
    • They organized a nonviolent demonstration.
  • Nonviolently (adv): In a manner that does not involve violence.
    • The protesters marched nonviolently through the streets.
Synonyms
  • Pacifism: The belief that war and violence are unjustifiable.
  • Peaceful resistance: Opposition to authority without using violent means.
  • Civil disobedience: The refusal to comply with certain laws as a peaceful form of political protest.
Related Phrases
  • Nonviolent resistance: Active opposition to a government or policy using peaceful methods.
    • The leaders advocated for nonviolent resistance to the unjust law.
  • Commitment to nonviolence: A dedicated pledge to avoid violent actions.
    • His commitment to nonviolence was tested during the riots.
Related Idioms
  • To turn the other cheek: To respond to aggression or insult without retaliation, often associated with nonviolent philosophy.
    • Inspired by his faith, he chose to turn the other cheek rather than seek revenge.
nonviolence

A protester practices nonviolence by sitting quietly in a public park.

Noun
  1. peaceful resistance to a government by fasting or refusing to cooperate

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