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nihility

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /nɪˈhɪləti/

KK: /nɪˈhɪləti/

noun
Definition

The state of not existing or being nothing; emptiness.


Example

In philosophy, the concept of nihility explores the idea of complete nothingness.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever thought about the concept of nihility?
Sloth B
Yeah, it’s kind of eerie to think about nothingness, isn’t it?
Sloth A
Right? Sometimes it feels overwhelming to consider what nihility really means.
Sloth B
Definitely! It makes me appreciate existence even more.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
void
emptiness
nullity
Antonyms
existence
reality
substance
Root Explanation

Nihility → It is formed from "nihil" (from Latin, meaning nothing) and the suffix "-ity" (meaning the state or condition of). The word "nihility" refers to the state of being nothing or nonexistence.

Memory Tip

Think of 'nihil' meaning nothing, and remember that 'nihility' describes the state of being nothing.

Visually Confused Words
anility
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