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nihil

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈnaɪhɪl/

KK: /nɪhɪl/

noun
Definition

A term that means nothing or the absence of anything.


Example

In philosophy, some argue that nihil represents a rejection of all religious and moral principles.


Conversation
Sloth A
I feel like my motivation has turned into nihil lately.
Sloth B
I get that; sometimes everything feels pointless.
Sloth A
Yeah, it's hard to shake off that feeling of nihil when it hits.
Sloth B
Just remember, it’s temporary, and things will get better.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
void
null
nothingness
Antonyms
existence
being
reality
Root Explanation

Nihil is derived from the Latin word 'nihil', meaning nothing. It is used to denote the absence of anything or the concept of non-existence.

Memory Tip

Think of the Latin word for nothing, 'nihil', to remember that this word signifies the absence of anything.

Visually Confused Words
nihal
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