anti-militarism

Meanings

• noun

  Opposition to militarism, which is the belief that a country should maintain a large military establishment and be prepared to use it aggressively to defend or promote its interests.

  - "Anti-militarism is a political ideology that rejects the use of force in international relations."
  - "Many pacifist organizations advocate for anti-militarism as a means to promote peace and disarmament."

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Variants

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anti-militarism , anti-militarisms , anti-militarist , anti-militaristic , anti-militarists , antimilitarism , antimilitarisms , antimilitarist , antimilitaristic , antimilitarists

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Etymology

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Anti-militarism is a term derived from the Greek words 'anti' meaning against, and 'militarism' meaning military and martial spirit.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'anti-militarism' first gained widespread use during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, as a response to the increasing militarization of European powers leading up to World War I.

2. Some notable anti-militarist movements include the Quakers, the Peace Pledge Union, and the War Resisters League.

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Related Concepts

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1. Pacifism: A political and ethical belief in the non-violent resolution of conflicts, as opposed to the use of military force.

2. Militarism: A political ideology that supports a strong military and the use of military force to defend or promote national interests.

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Culture

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Anti-militarism has been a significant cultural and political movement throughout history, particularly during times of war and military conflict. It has been expressed through various forms of art, literature, music, and activism, often in opposition to militaristic ideologies and the glorification of war.

How to Memorize "anti-militarism"

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   - Imagine a peace symbol, which is a common symbol of anti-militarism and represents opposition to nuclear weapons and war.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term with pacifist leaders such as Mahatma Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr., who advocated for non-violent resistance and opposition to militarism.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the acronym 'P.E.A.C.E.' which stands for 'Political Education, Action, and Cooperation for Empathy' to memorize the concept of anti-militarism.

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