Nihilistic
(adjective)
Belief in the rejection of all religious and moral principles, often in the belief that life is meaningless.
Origin:
The word "nihilistic" comes from the latin word "nihil" meaning "nothing" and the suffix "-istic" meaning related to, it refers to the belief that life is without objective meaning, purpose, or intrinsic value.
Examples:
- He had a nihilistic worldview and believed that life was without purpose or meaning.
- The novel had a nihilistic theme, depicting a world without hope or morality.
- His nihilistic attitude led him to make reckless decisions.
- Nihilistic philosophy holds that life is without objective meaning, purpose, or intrinsic value.
- He was attracted to the nihilistic elements of punk rock music.