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/əbˈstɛn.ʃn̩.ɪz.m̩/ · noun
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..
Abstentionism is a manifestation of political independence.
Use abstentionism when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.
Abstentionism means 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..
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The opposite depends on the specific sense.
Abstentionism is a manifestation of political independence.
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