How to Pronounce Nihilism

To pronounce "nihilism", say NIH-il-ism — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈnaɪ.(h)ɪ.lɪ.z(ə)m/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/ˈnaɪ.(h)ɪ.lɪ.z(ə)m/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “nihilism”

"nihilism" has 3 syllables: nih-il-ism. It rhymes with altruism and skepticism, if that helps it stick.

What does nihilism mean?

noun

  1. (usually uncountable) The view that all endeavours are devoid of objective meaning.
  2. (usually uncountable) The rejection of, or opposition to, religious beliefs, (inherent or objective) moral principles, legal rules, etc., often due to the view that life is meaningless (sense 1).

Synonyms

existential nihilismmoral nihilism

Antonyms

antinihilism

Words that rhyme with nihilism

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

altruismskepticismmechanismdespotismdynamismorganismschismmagnetismhedonismegotismmysticismpessimism

Related words

anarchynihilnihilhoodnihilatornothingnessunmeaningmeaninglessnessunmeaningness

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "nihilism"?▾

"Nihilism" has 3 syllables: nih · il · ism.

What is the IPA transcription of "nihilism"?▾

The IPA transcription of "nihilism" is /ˈnaɪ.(h)ɪ.lɪ.z(ə)m/.

What does "nihilism" mean?▾

Nihilism: (usually uncountable) The view that all endeavours are devoid of objective meaning.

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