pacifism

Definition of Pacifism in English :

the doctrine that all violence is unjustifiable

2. pacificism, pacifism

the belief that all international disputes can be settled by arbitration

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.

Pacifism

noun

1.

the belief that violence of any kind is unjustifiable and that one should not participate in war

2.

the belief that international disputes can be settled by arbitration rather than war

noun

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

n.

1. The belief that disputes between nations can and should be settled peacefully.

2.

a. Opposition to war or violence as a means of resolving disputes.

b. Such opposition demonstrated by refusal to participate in military action.