nihilism
1 of 1noun/ˈnaɪə.ˌləɪzm/
Forms:nihilisms
1
the rejection or denial of all established authority, values, and institutions
C2Learn more on Wikipedia- Political nihilism often manifests as distrust of governments.
- He expressed nihilism toward social conventions and norms.
- Some philosophers critique nihilism for undermining moral frameworks.
- The movement embraced nihilism as a response to perceived corruption.
- Nihilism can lead to radical skepticism about law and order.
2
the belief that nothing exists and that life, self, and reality are ultimately meaningless
- He sank into nihilism, feeling that life had no substance or purpose.
- Philosophical nihilism questions the reality of self and the external world.
- Existential literature often explores themes of nihilism and absurdity.
- The character's descent into nihilism reflects a profound existential crisis.
- The poem captures the emptiness and despair of nihilism.
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