antilegalism

Etymology

From anti- + legalism.

Why this word is great

ANTILEGALISM — [Noun] A belief or stance opposing strict adherence to legal or moral laws, often emphasizing faith, grace, or the spirit over the letter of the law. From anti- ("against") + legalism ("strict adherence to law"). Unlike "antinomianism" (which rejects moral laws outright) or "legalism" (which enforces rigid compliance), antilegalism resists the tyranny of the codified without discarding its underlying purpose. It is the teacher who grades by insight rather than rubric, the judge who considers intent over technicality, or the parent who forgives before the apology is spoken—not because the law is meaningless, but because mercy is its truest fulfillment. Laws are necessary, but so is the breath between them.

noun

A belief that salvation is attained or maintained not just by adherence to the requirements of moral law, but also by worship, faith, or grace.“Near-synonym: nonlegalism”
An opposition to slavishly following the law, especially the letter of the law versus the spirit of the law; sometimes also an attitude that questions the legitimacy of the legal system and the judicial infrastructure.“Near-synonym: nonlegalism”