Choose the one word for the given expression.
A person who rejects all religious and moral principles and believes that life has no meaning
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → Nihilist
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) Pagan | a person who follows an old religion, often with many gods, that is not one of the main world religions (has a faith, so does not reject all beliefs) | The pagans of old Europe worshipped the sun and the trees. |
| (2) Nihilist (answer) | a person who rejects all religious and moral principles and believes that life has no meaning | After his business failed, Arjun talked like a nihilist and said nothing in life mattered. |
| (3) Atheist | a person who does not believe in God (may still keep strong moral values and find meaning in life) | My uncle is an atheist, but he is the most honest man I know. |
| (4) Sceptic | a person who doubts whether something is true (asks for proof, does not say that life has no meaning) | Ravi is a sceptic and does not trust online advertisements. |