nihilism
nounHow many syllables in nihilism?
There are 4 syllables in the word nihilism.How to pronounce nihilism:
Definition of nihilism:
- nihilism (noun):
- a revolutionary doctrine that advocates destruction of the social system for its own sake.
- a viewpoint that traditional values and beliefs are unfounded and that existence is senseless and useless
Synonyms for nihilism:
doctrine
ism
nihilistic delusion
philosophical system
school of thought
Antonyms for nihilism:
allowance
approval
belief
faith
obedience
optimism
ratification
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