noun ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   The fact of not participating in some activity or event. uncountable, usually

   "Voluntary nonparticipation in the work force is a growing problem in some developed countries."

2. 2
   withdrawing from the activities of a group wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

a wise passivenesscontemplationcontemplative lifedo-nothing policydo-nothingismdo-nothingness

Antonyms

All antonyms

involvementparticipation

Example

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"Voluntary nonparticipation in the work force is a growing problem in some developed countries."

Etymology

From non- + participation.

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