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pacifism definition

paci·fism (pas′ə fiz′əm)

noun

opposition to the use of force under any circumstances; specif., refusal for reasons of conscience to participate in war or any military action

Etymology: Fr pacifisme: see pacific & -ism

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Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2009 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
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