noninterference

[ non-in-ter-feer-uhns ]

noun

1. the policy or practice of refraining from interference, especially in political affairs.

Word History and Origins

Origin of noninterference¹

First recorded in 1820–30; non- + interference

Example Sentences

Even Seward suggested a constitutional amendment guaranteeing noninterference with slavery in the slave states for all time.

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The Provisional Government followed the policy of noninterference.

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Adjustments and their advantages will be taught with the idea of noninterference with quickness and freedom of action.

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But if they think in many different ways, they will be able to gain security only by promises of mutual noninterference.

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The duty of noninterference had been admitted by every President.

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Related Words

• alienation
• apathy
• callousness
• carelessness
• disdain
• disinterest
• disregard
• inattention
• inertia
• insensitivity
• lack
• negligence
• nonchalance