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How to Pronounce pacifist?

Correct pronunciation for the word "pacifist" is [pˈasɪfˌɪst], [pˈasɪfˌɪst], [p_ˈa_s_ɪ_f_ˌɪ_s_t].

"Pacifist" in context

A pacifist is a person who believes in non-violent solutions to conflict. They are opposed to war and are generally opposed to all forms of violence. Pacifists believe in finding peaceful solutions to problems, such as negotiation and diplomacy.

Pacifism is a core belief of many religious and spiritual traditions, including Buddhism, Christianity and Hinduism. Some pacifists also support military action in rare instances, such as for self-defense or to prevent acts of genocide.

Pacifists tend to focus more on preventive measures than on a reactive approach to conflicts.

What are similar-sounding words for pacifist?

Usage over time for pacifist:

This graph shows how "pacifist" have occurred between 1800 and 2008 in a corpus of English books.

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