Pronunciation: /ˈnaɪ.ə.lɪst/
noun a person who believes that life is meaningless and rejects all religious and moral principles
A1 A nihilist is someone who believes in nothing.
A2 The nihilist refused to participate in the group project because they didn't see the point.
B1 The character in the novel was portrayed as a nihilist, rejecting all societal norms and values.
B2 The philosopher's ideas were often seen as nihilist, challenging traditional beliefs about existence and meaning.
C1 The artist's work was often described as nihilist, reflecting a bleak view of the world.
C2 The nihilist philosopher's writings delved deep into the concept of existential nihilism, questioning the very essence of being.
adjective relating to or characteristic of nihilism or nihilists
A1 He is a nihilist person who believes in nothing.
A2 The character in the movie had a nihilist attitude towards life.
B1 The artist's work was often described as nihilist, challenging traditional values.
B2 The novel explored themes of existentialism and nihilist philosophy.
C1 The filmmaker's nihilist approach to storytelling divided critics and audiences.
C2 The philosopher's writings delved deep into nihilist theories and their implications on society.
formal The philosopher was often labeled as a nihilist due to his belief in the meaninglessness of life.
informal My friend likes to joke that he's a nihilist because he doesn't take anything too seriously.
slang Some people think being a nihilist is cool, but I just find it depressing.
figurative She felt like a nihilist, watching the flames consume everything she once cared about.
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