Quietist

usgb/ˈkwaɪətɪst/
noun

A person who believes in minimal action and intervention, especially in politics and religion.

The quietist in the group believed in peaceful resistance and refraining from aggressive action.
Visual representation of "quietist" - A person who believes in minimal action and intervention, especially in politics and religion.

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  • quietist philosophy
  • quietist attitude

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Political Restraint

Quietists favor limited engagement in politics, typically opposing force or intervention.

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The senator's quietist stance led to abstaining from controversial votes.
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Cultural Misinterpretation

In some cultures, quietism might be misunderstood as laziness or lack of ambition.

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Despite accusations of being unambitious, he remained a quietist, avoiding conflict.
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