1. A method or strategy of addressing conflict, social issues, or resistance that deliberately avoids the use of physical force or violence
Martin Luther King Jr. championed a nonviolent approach to civil rights activism.
Martin Luther King Jr. defendeu uma abordagem não-violenta para o ativismo pelos direitos civis.
2. A peaceful and diplomatic methodology employed in negotiations, protest, or social change
The organization adopted a nonviolent approach to environmental advocacy.
A organização adotou uma abordagem não-violenta para a defesa ambiental.