Nothingness — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈnə-thiŋ-nəs/ noth·ing·ness

Meaning & Definition of Nothingness

Nothingness (noun)

  1. the quality or state of being nothing
  2. nonexistence
  3. utter insignificance

Nothingness (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the state of being dead

    "the inevitable nothingness that awaits all of us"

    related: mortality
    opposite: existence, life

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Nothingness

The most common words with a similar meaning to Nothingness:

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Nothingness

Words with the opposite meaning of Nothingness:

Near Antonyms of Nothingness

Origin & Etymology of Nothingness

First known use: circa 1631

Frequently Asked Questions about Nothingness

What does "Nothingness" mean?

"Nothingness" means the quality or state of being nothing. As a noun, it is defined as: the quality or state of being nothing.

What is another word for "Nothingness"?

Other words for "Nothingness" include dead, deadness, death, grave, lifelessness and sleep. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Nothingness" you intend.

What is the opposite of "Nothingness"?

Antonyms of "Nothingness" include existence and life. Near antonyms include immortality, lifespan and lifetime.

How do you use "Nothingness" in a sentence?

Examples of "Nothingness" in a sentence: "the inevitable nothingness that awaits all of us".

Is "Nothingness" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Nothingness" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Nothingness"?

"Nothingness" is pronounced /ˈnə-thiŋ-nəs/ and divided into syllables as noth·ing·ness.

What is the origin of the word "Nothingness"?

First known use: circa 1631.

What is another word for "Nothingness" meaning "the state of being dead"?

When "Nothingness" (noun) means the state of being dead, synonyms include dead, deadness, death, grave, lifelessness and sleep. Opposites in this sense include existence and life.