nonviolently

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /nɒnˈvaɪələntli/

KK: /nɑnˈvaɪələntli/

adverb

Definition

In a way that does not involve violence or physical force.

Example

The protesters marched nonviolently to express their demands for change.

Conversation

Did you hear about the protest downtown?

Yeah, I heard they were advocating for change nonviolently.

It's great to see people standing up for their beliefs like that.

Absolutely! Making a difference nonviolently is so important.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

peacefully

calmly

gently

Antonyms

violently

aggressively

harshly

Root Explanation

Nonviolently → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "violent" (from Latin "violentus", meaning violent or forceful) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "nonviolently" means in a manner that is not violent or forceful.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('non-') and 'forceful' ('violent') to remember that 'nonviolently' means acting in a way that avoids violence.

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