Peace and Conflict (8.3) Flashcards
Conflict Resolution
Bringing a fight or struggle to a peaceful conclusion.
The United Nations
An international body set up to promote world peace and co-operation.
World Peace
The ending of the war throughout the whole world (the basic aim of the United Nations)
Just War
A war that is fought for the right reasons and 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.