Nonviolence
/ˌnɒnˈvaɪələns/
Definitions
- (n.) The practice or principle of refraining from the use of physical force or violence to resolve disputes, often employed as a legal and ethical strategy.
The civil rights movement advocated nonviolence as a means to achieve social change.
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- nonviolence
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Commentary
Nonviolence is often invoked in legal contexts involving protest rights and civil liberties, emphasizing methods that avoid physical harm or coercion.
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