1. the principle or practice of relying on voluntary action rather than government compulsion
Usage: political philosophy
2. the doctrine that the church should be supported by voluntary contributions rather than by the state
Usage: religious context; historical

Examples

• The political movement advocated voluntaryism as an alternative to government regulation.
• Many libertarians embrace voluntaryism as their core philosophy.
• The debate over voluntaryism versus state intervention continues in economic policy.
• Religious voluntaryism emerged as a response to state-established churches.
• The organization promoted voluntaryism in education funding.
• Critics argue that voluntaryism cannot address all social problems effectively.