Smart Definition
Etymology
Pronunciation
nihilista
nihilist
nihil
nothing
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-ista
person who believes in or follows
A nihilista is a nihilist, which can be thought of as a person who believes in or follows1 (-ista1) the concept of nihil0 (nothing0).
noun
  1. nihilist
    A person who believes that life is meaningless and rejects all religious and moral principles.
    El filósofo era conocido por sus puntos de vista nihilistas. // The philosopher was known for his nihilist views.
adjective
  1. nihilistic
    Relating to or characteristic of nihilism.
    La película tenía un tono nihilista que incomodaba a algunos espectadores. // The movie had a nihilistic tone that made some viewers uncomfortable.