nonresistance
[ non-ri-zis-tuhns ]
noun
the policy or practice of not resisting violence or established authority, even when tyrannical, by force.
Origin of nonresistance
1First recorded in 1635–45; non- + resistance
Words Nearby nonresistance
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How to use nonresistance in a sentence
Lochiel would undoubtedly have laughed the doctrine of nonresistance to scorn.
The History of England from the Accession of James II. | Thomas Babington MacaulayThe Gaelic population was far indeed from holding the doctrines of passive obedience and nonresistance.
The History of England from the Accession of James II. | Thomas Babington MacaulayWhen the Rye House Plot was detected, he had zealously defended by tongue and pen the doctrine of nonresistance.
The History of England from the Accession of James II. | Thomas Babington MacaulayPassages were quoted from the licenser's writings to prove that he held the doctrines of passive obedience and nonresistance.
The History of England from the Accession of James II. | Thomas Babington MacaulayEven the women among the public officials and political leaders were inclined to a policy of nonresistance.
The Conquest of America | Cleveland Moffett
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