nihilist Synonyms & Antonyms
/ˈnaɪ.(h)ɪl.ɪst/
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Nihilist as a Noun
1
A person who accepts or champions nihilism.
2
An absolute skeptic; a person who believes in the truth of nothing.
Nihilist as an Adjective
1
Nihilistic; seeing no value.
Word Forms & Grammar
nihilist (plural nihilists)
nihilist (comparative more nihilist, superlative most nihilist)
Words That Rhyme With Nihilist
Origin of Nihilist
From Latin nihil (“nothing”) + -ist.
Nihilist: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun, adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈnaɪ.(h)ɪl.ɪst/ |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Meaning | A person who accepts or champions nihilism |
| Plural | nihilists |
| Comparative / superlative | more nihilist, most nihilist |
Nihilist Pronunciation
You say nihilist as /ˈnaɪ.(h)ɪl.ɪst/. It has 3 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (naɪ).
Frequently Asked Questions About Nihilist
Is nihilist a noun or an adjective?
Nihilist is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as an adjective.
What is the plural of nihilist?
The plural of nihilist is nihilists.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of nihilist?
The comparative form is more nihilist and the superlative form is most nihilist.