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pacifiste

pacifist

adjective noun pah-see-FEEST Rare

Usage Note

Pacifiste works as both adjective (un mouvement pacifiste) and noun (un pacifiste convaincu). It describes opposition to war and military force, and is distinct from pacifique (peaceful, non-violent by nature). French has a long pacifist tradition associated with figures such as Jean Jaurès, often referenced in political discourse.

Examples

"Elle a toujours défendu des idées pacifistes."

Natural Translation

She has always championed pacifist ideas.

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