Pacifist Definition & Meaning

pacifist
adjective
  1. opposed to war
noun
  1. someone opposed to violence as a means of settling disputes

"Pacifist" in song lyrics

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  • "Rappers say they ready for war but turn pacifist"
    Bavu Blakes — Bah-Voo
  • "This is a real mindfucker for the civilized pacifist"
    Code Poets — Control Myself
  • "No white flag, I ain't a pacifist"
    Kool Rock Jay and the DJ Slice — Suckers to the Side

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