Synonyms of nonviolent

Adjective


1. nonviolent (vs. violent), passive, peaceful, peaceful#1, peaceable, unprovocative#1, unprovoking

usage: abstaining (on principle) from the use of violence

2. nonviolent, unbloody, bloodless (vs. bloody)

usage: achieved without bloodshed; "an unbloody transfer of power"

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Definition and meaning of nonviolent (Dictionary)