nonresistance

[ non-ri-zis-tuhns ]

noun

1. the policy or practice of not resisting violence or established authority, even when tyrannical, by force.

Word History and Origins

Origin of nonresistance¹

First recorded in 1635–45; non- + resistance

Example Sentences

Lochiel would undoubtedly have laughed the doctrine of nonresistance to scorn.

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The Gaelic population was far indeed from holding the doctrines of passive obedience and nonresistance.

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When the Rye House Plot was detected, he had zealously defended by tongue and pen the doctrine of nonresistance.

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Passages were quoted from the licenser's writings to prove that he held the doctrines of passive obedience and nonresistance.

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Even the women among the public officials and political leaders were inclined to a policy of nonresistance.

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