nonviolent
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Definition
Not using physical force or violence. It describes actions, people, or movements that aim to resolve issues peacefully.
Usage & Nuances
Often describes protests, movements, or resistance that deliberately avoid violence. Sometimes used in contrast to 'violent' to emphasize peaceful intent. Common collocations: 'nonviolent protest', 'nonviolent resistance', 'nonviolent solution'. Rare in casual conversation; more common in news, academics, and political discussion.
Example Sentences
The protest was nonviolent and peaceful.
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Gandhi led a nonviolent movement for independence.
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They believe in nonviolent solutions to problems.
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His approach to conflict is always nonviolent—he prefers to talk things out.
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Many people joined the nonviolent demonstration downtown.
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We're looking for a nonviolent way to settle this dispute.
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