Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
nihil
Noun
/ˈnaɪ.ɪl/
Definition
Nihil is a Latin word that means ‘nothing’ or ‘not anything.’
Examples
- The philosophical doctrine of nihilism suggests that there is no inherent meaning in life.
- Some argue that nihil can lead to despair, while others believe it offers freedom from societal constructs.
Meaning
In philosophy, nihil refers to the rejection of all religious and moral principles, often in the belief that life is meaningless.
Synonyms
- Nothingness
- Void
- Nullity
- Nonexistence
