nonviolence
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
See Examples of NONVIOLENCE
- Demonstration organizers are urging nonviolence.
First Known Use of NONVIOLENCE
1920
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