Definition
passivist
noun
- a person who believes in or practices passivism; one who advocates nonviolent resistance or passive acceptance of circumstances
Usage: often used in political or philosophical contexts; related to passive resistance movements
Examples
- The passivist refused to participate in the armed conflict, choosing instead to advocate for peaceful dialogue.
- Gandhi was considered a passivist who believed in nonviolent resistance against colonial rule.
- Some critics argue that a passivist approach to injustice allows wrongdoing to continue unchecked.
- The passivist movement gained momentum during the civil rights era as an alternative to violent protest.
- She identified as a passivist and encouraged others to resolve disputes through negotiation rather than confrontation.