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Cynicism (philosophy) and Nihilism

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Difference between Cynicism (philosophy) and Nihilism

Cynicism (philosophy) vs. Nihilism

Cynicism (κυνισμός) is a school of thought of ancient Greek philosophy as practiced by the Cynics (Κυνικοί, Cynici). Nihilism is the philosophical viewpoint that suggests the denial or lack of belief towards the reputedly meaningful aspects of life.

Similarities between Cynicism (philosophy) and Nihilism

Cynicism (philosophy) and Nihilism have 2 things in common (in Unionpedia): Asceticism, Law.

Asceticism

Asceticism (from the ἄσκησις áskesis, "exercise, training") is a lifestyle characterized by abstinence from sensual pleasures, often for the purpose of pursuing spiritual goals.

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Law

Law is a system of rules that are created and enforced through social or governmental institutions to regulate behavior.

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Cynicism (philosophy) and Nihilism Comparison

Cynicism (philosophy) has 122 relations, while Nihilism has 171. As they have in common 2, the Jaccard index is 0.68% = 2 / (122 + 171).

References

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