noninterference

Definitions

The policy or practice of refraining from interfering in the affairs of others, especially in international relations.

The principle of abstaining from involvement or intervention in the actions or decisions of another party.

Examples

The policy of noninterference in the internal affairs of other nations is a cornerstone of their foreign diplomacy.

The therapist maintained a stance of noninterference to allow the patient to reach their own conclusions.

The government's noninterference in the free market was intended to encourage competition and innovation.

Synonyms

neutrality detachment impartiality nonintervention passivity aloofness laissez-faire

Antonyms

interference intervention meddling involvement intrusion intercession tampering