conscientious objection

American  

noun

1. refusal on moral or religious grounds to serve in the armed forces or to bear arms in a military conflict.

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Other Word Forms

• conscientious objector noun

Etymology

Origin of conscientious objection

First recorded in 1895–1900

Example Sentences

Unlike the UK bill, the original Holyrood bill included a conscientious objection provision, stating that individuals or organisations must not be "subject to any detriment" if they opt out.

From BBC

She said her amendment, laid before Parliament on Tuesday, is "tightly drawn - not changing anything about provision of abortion care, the time limit, the right to conscientious objection or any other aspects of abortion law".

From BBC

Politicians also supported an opt-in system and conscientious objection option for health care professionals.

From BBC

Outside the spiritual accompaniment group, Catholics for the Right to Decide offers lectures in universities during sexuality fairs, provides training for medical personnel - who frequently claim conscientious objection to avoid performing legal abortions - and produces “ Catolicadas,” an animated series that addresses religious themes.

From Washington Times

Outside the spiritual accompaniment group, Catholics for the Right to Decide offers lectures in universities during sexuality fairs, provides training for medical personnel — who frequently claim conscientious objection to avoid performing legal abortions — and produces “ Catolicadas,” an animated series that addresses religious themes.

From Seattle Times