El nihilismo
Example: El nihilismo cuestiona el sentido de la vida y los valores.
Definition
"El nihilismo" refers to a philosophical belief that life lacks inherent meaning, purpose, or value. It questions established moral principles and societal norms, often asserting that traditional beliefs are unfounded and that existence is essentially void of objective significance.
Etymology
The term "el nihilismo" originates from the Latin word 'nihil,' meaning 'nothing.' It was first used in the 19th century to describe a philosophical movement that rejected established social and moral principles. Did you know? The word gained popularity through Russian literature, particularly the works of Ivan Turgenev.
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"El nihilismo" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Philosophy - (B1) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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