pacifist
UK: ˈpæs.ɪ.fɪst | US: ˈpæs.ə.fɪst
n. a person who believes in pacifism or opposes war or violence as a means of settling disputes
n. someone who refuses to engage in military service due to moral or religious principles
pacifist = pac<peace> + ifist<one who practices>
- pac (from Latin pax meaning "peace")
- ifist (derived from Latin -ista and Greek -istes, meaning "one who practices or advocates")
Etymology Origin:
The word pacifist emerged in the early 20th century, combining pac- (from pacificus, meaning "peace-making") with the suffix -ist, denoting a person who advocates a specific ideology. The term reflects the philosophical stance of rejecting violence, rooted in Latin pax (peace) and influenced by Christian and humanist traditions.
As a lifelong pacifist, she refused to support any form of armed conflict.
The Quaker community is known for its pacifist beliefs.
He was drafted into the army but registered as a conscientious pacifist.
Many pacifists participated in the anti-war protests.
Her pacifist views were shaped by her experiences during the war.