1. the practice or principle of not resisting authority, force, or attack; passive acceptance
2. a doctrine advocating peaceful methods rather than violent opposition to achieve social or political change
Usage: often associated with religious or philosophical movements

Examples

• Gandhi’s philosophy of nonresistance influenced civil rights movements worldwide.
• The religious sect practiced complete nonresistance to government authority.
• His nonresistance to the bully’s taunts surprised everyone at school.
• The protesters demonstrated their commitment to nonresistance by remaining peaceful.
• Some critics argued that nonresistance was ineffective against tyranny.
• The community’s tradition of nonresistance dated back several generations.
• She chose nonresistance over confrontation when faced with the difficult situation.