NONAGGRESSION Synonyms: 47 Similar and Opposite Words

nonaggression

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as in pacifism

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Recent Examples of nonaggression Mediators are also discussing nonaggression pacts, non-state armed groups and nuclear issues with Iran, according to Qatar. — Kevin Liptak, CNN Money, 17 June 2026 The list reportedly includes a guarantee of nonaggression, a lifting of primary and secondary sanctions, recognizing Iran’s right to enrich uranium, and giving control of the Strait of Hormuz to Iran. — Hailey Bullis, The Washington Examiner, 8 Apr. 2026 Communists were also the most vigorous foes of fascism—except for twenty-two notorious months beginning in late August 1939, when the USSR signed a nonaggression pact with Nazi Germany. — Literary Hub, 5 Nov. 2025

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Noun

The postwar disarmament of Germany, the manifesto argues, was an overcorrection that contributed to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, similarly Japan’s commitment to pacifism has outlived its purpose.

— Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez, Fortune, 22 Apr. 2026
For decades after the war, Germany’s attempts to atone for that history through a deep commitment to pacifism obliged defense companies to keep a low profile, avoiding sponsorships and splashy ad campaigns.

— Simon Shuster, The Atlantic, 27 Mar. 2026

Definition of pacifism

Noun

What that collaboration has come up with is a new knife that pushes Opinel's classic profile to new heights in terms of user friendliness and features.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 July 2026
The friendliness, the blue-sky, anything-is-possible thinking, and their love of this land.

— Priyanka Mattoo, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 July 2026

Definition of friendliness

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Her public image was capacious enough that Rollerena could carry not only camp and sociability, but profound grief as well.

— Emilie Hardman, JSTOR Daily, 24 June 2026
Argentinians, particularly in Buenos Aires, are known for their warmth, sociability, and emphasis on friendships and family life.

— Andy J. Semotiuk, Forbes.com, 14 May 2026

Definition of sociability

Noun

The cordiality and handsome looks of the dining room are exquisite reminders of elaborate Milanese design.

— John Mariani, Forbes.com, 16 Mar. 2026
Indianapolis didn't crack Nextdoor's list of the 20 friendliest cities in Indiana, but its separate ranking of neighborhoods in the Indy metro area finds plenty of cordiality in Central Indiana.

— Jordan Smith, IndyStar, 27 Feb. 2026

Definition of cordiality

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