peacenik

/ˈpiːsənɪk/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who advocates for peace, especially a nonviolent and pacifist one.

“The peacenik movement gained momentum during the 1960s and 1970s.”

2. noun

A person who is opposed to war and violence, especially in a naive or unrealistic way.

“The peacenik’s idealistic views were criticized by some as being unrealistic.”

Synonyms

  • anti-war activist
  • pacifist

Antonyms

  • jingoist
  • militarist