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pacifismo

pacifism

noun pah-see-FEES-moh Rare

Usage Note

Pacifismo is the political and ethical doctrine opposing war and violence. The related noun pacifista (pacifist) functions as both a noun and adjective and is invariable in gender (un pacifista, una pacifista). It entered widespread Spanish usage in the twentieth century in opposition to military conflicts and conscription.

Examples

"El pacifismo guió su activismo durante la guerra."

Natural Translation

Pacifism guided her activism during the war.

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