1. Plural of nihilism; multiple forms or instances of the philosophical belief that life is meaningless and that traditional values and institutions are baseless.
Usage: Usually used in academic or philosophical contexts to refer to different varieties or expressions of nihilism
2. Plural of nihilism; instances of the rejection of all religious and moral principles in the belief that life is without objective meaning.
Usage: Historical usage referring to 19th-century Russian nihilism and related movements

Examples

• Different nihilisms emerged across Europe during the 19th century.
• The professor discussed various nihilisms in her lecture on existential philosophy.
• Political nihilisms of the era rejected all forms of government authority.
• Some critics argue that certain nihilisms undermine social cohesion.
• The text examines how different nihilisms influenced modern literature.
• Postmodern nihilisms challenge conventional interpretations of meaning and truth.