👉 In the context of philosophy, "nihilobstat" refers to a state or situation where there is no action taken or no result. It can also be applied metaphorically to situations in which nothing has been done or achieved. Nihilobstat can refer to a state of complete passivity or lack of interest, as if one were not involved in any sort of activity. This can occur for various reasons, such as being bored, feeling uninterested, or simply being in a state of