Nonviolent (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Achieved without bloodshed; "an unbloody transfer of power".
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Meaning 2
Abstaining (on principle) from the use of violence.
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All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The nonviolent protests drew attention to the cause without causing harm to others.
- She was a strong advocate for nonviolent conflict resolution in her community.
- The activist's nonviolent approach to social change inspired many to join the movement.
- The nonviolent resistance movement used peaceful demonstrations to challenge the government.
- The organization promoted nonviolent methods of resolving disputes and encouraged people to seek mediation.