Opposition to the doctrine or practice of pacifism; belief in or advocacy of military strength or military solutions.
From anti- (against) + pacifism (belief in peaceful resolution). Emerged in early 20th-century political discourse, especially during and between the World Wars.
Antipacifism reveals a profound political divide: pacifists see peace as morally superior, while antipacifists argue that strength prevents war—a tension that has shaped every major conflict and foreign policy decision in history.
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