abstentionism

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Synonyms: abstentionist, abstentions

Antonyms: abstentionist, abstentions

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Noun

1. A policy of [[abstaining]] or of the desirability of withholding one's vote or other participation with regard to some aspect of the political process. {{defdate|First attested in the mid 20^th century.}}<ref name=SOED>{{R:SOED5|page=9}}</ref>

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