nonjurancy

/nɔnˈdʒʊərənsi, -ˈdʒʊərəntsi/

Definitions

1. noun

The quality or state of being a nonjuror; the act of refusing to take an oath or to acknowledge a government or institution.

“The nonjurancy of the Puritans towards the English monarchy was a significant factor in the English Civil War.”

Synonyms

  • nonjuror
  • refusal

Antonyms

  • acquiescence
  • jurisdiction