How to Pronounce "nonviolence"
word
nɑnˈvaɪəɫəns
non-VY-uh-lents
nˌɒnvˈaɪələns
non-VY-uh-lents
Definition
Refusing to use physical force or violence to achieve goals, especially as a principle in social or political movements.
IPA Transcription
American English
nɑnˈvaɪəɫəns
British English
nˌɒnvˈaɪələns
Simplified Pronunciation
US
non-VY-uh-lents
UK
non-VY-uh-lents
Listen in Context
Many leaders believed in nonviolence to bring change.
Gandhi is famous for his philosophy of nonviolence.
The protesters chose nonviolence even when provoked.
"Our group supports nonviolence as the only way to protest," she said.