Pacifism (noun)

The belief that war and violence are unjustifiable and that conflicts should be resolved through peaceful means.

Origin:

From french pacifisme, from latin pax (peace) and facere (to make).

Examples:

1. Mahatma Gandhi was a pacifist who advocated for non-violent resistance.
2. Pacifism is a political ideology that seeks to abolish war.
3. The Quakers are known for their pacifist beliefs.
4. The pacifist movement worked to end the Vietnam War.
5. Many argue that pacifism is a impractical approach to conflicts, as it fails to take into account the actions of aggressors.