Existentialism has nihilist core principles but adds that existence precedes essence meaning the things and events in the world exist before any meaning or sense is placed on them but we are the measure of meaning for these things
Also itโs not simply choosing the meaning. Meaning is made by authentic engagement , which then forms a lens through which existence is seen
ill answer your question with a question. Is there anything wrong with hatred of evil ?
not according to existentialism. In existentialism, existence precedes essence. this means that ACTIONS (existence) define meaning, so being a true nihilist means youve given nothing meaning and purpose in your life , which is an impossible state, because the most depressed person makes their meaning through their behavior
no one can be a true nihilist
an error is thinking meaning is received or given. Meaning is made and embraced.