passivism
[ pas-uh-viz-uhm ]
/ ˈpæs əˌvɪz əm /
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noun
the quality of being passive.
the principle or practice of passive resistance.
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British Dictionary definitions for passivism
passivism
/ (ˈpæsɪˌvɪzəm) /
noun
the theory, belief, or practice of passive resistance
the quality, characteristics, or fact of being passive
Derived forms of passivism
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Medical definitions for passivism
passivism
[ păs′ə-vĭz′əm ]
n.
Passive character, attitude, or behavior.
A pattern or attitude of submissiveness, especially in sexual relations.
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