Nihilist Definition & Meaning

nihilist
noun
  1. someone who rejects all theories of morality or religious belief
  2. an advocate of anarchism

"Nihilist" in song lyrics

See how nihilist is used in real songs:

  • "So you can file this under for the opposing a nihilist"
    Grits — They All Fall Down
  • "Kill your cousin and your kids, violent, nihilist"
    Louis Logic — Visceral Literal
  • "I'd been living with a Buddhist nihilist"
    MC Lars f/ John Reuben — Francis Bacon Slashed the Canvas

Usage tips for "nihilist"

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