nonviolence
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non·vi·o·lence

noun \-ˈvī-ə-lən(t)s\

Definition of NONVIOLENCE

1
: abstention from violence as a matter of principle; also : the principle of such abstention
2
a : the quality or state of being nonviolent : avoidance of violence
b : nonviolent demonstrations for the purpose of securing political ends

Examples of NONVIOLENCE

  1. Demonstration organizers are urging nonviolence.

First Known Use of NONVIOLENCE

1920

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