Peace And Conflict Flashcards
The United Nations
An international body set up to promote world peace and co-operation
World peace
The ending of war throughout the whole world
Just war
A war that is fought for the right reasons in the right way
Pacifism
The belief that all disputes should be settled by peaceful means
Weapons of mass destruction
Weapons which can destroy large areas and numbers of people
Bullying
Intimidating/frightening people weaker than yourself
Respect
Treating a person or their feelings with consideration
Forgiveness
Stopping blaming someone and/or pardoning them for what they have done wrong
Reconciliation
Bringing together people who were opposed to each other
Aggression
Attacking without being provoked
Exploitation
Taking advantage of a weaker group
Conflict resolution
Bringing a fight or struggle to a peaceful conclusion
