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Life is not inherently meaningless but rather gains meaning through individual experiences, relationships, and pursuits. While existentialist philosophers such as Jean-Paul Sartre and Albert Camus argue that life is inherently absurd and devoid of inherent meaning, they also emphasize the importance of creating meaning through authentic engagement with the world. Human beings have the capacity to ascribe value, purpose, and significance to their lives through personal growth, meaningful relationships, and the pursuit of goals and passions. By embracing the existential freedom to define their own values and forge their own paths, individuals can find meaning and fulfillment in the midst of life's uncertainties and challenges.

Life is inherently meaningless, as there is no inherent purpose or significance to human existence beyond the biological imperative of survival and reproduction. Existentialist philosophers such as Friedrich Nietzsche and Jean-Paul Sartre argue that the universe is indifferent to human concerns and devoid of inherent meaning or purpose. Attempts to ascribe meaning to life are ultimately arbitrary and subjective, reflecting individual beliefs, desires, and cultural conditioning. While individuals may find temporary sources of meaning and fulfillment, such as relationships, achievements, or religious beliefs, these are ultimately transient and contingent upon subjective interpretation.

While existentialist philosophers argue that life is inherently meaningless, they also emphasize the importance of creating meaning through personal agency and engagement with the world. Human beings have the capacity to ascribe value, purpose, and significance to their lives through relationships, pursuits, and experiences. By embracing the existential freedom to define their own values and forge their own paths, individuals can find meaning and fulfillment in the midst of life's uncertainties and challenges. While life may lack inherent meaning, it offers the opportunity for personal growth, self-discovery, and the pursuit of authentic existence.

Existentialist philosophers such as Nietzsche and Sartre argue that life is inherently meaningless, as the universe is indifferent to human concerns and devoid of inherent purpose or significance. Attempts to ascribe meaning to life are ultimately arbitrary and subjective, reflecting individual beliefs, desires, and cultural conditioning. While individuals may find temporary sources of meaning and fulfillment, such as relationships, achievements, or religious beliefs, these are ultimately transient and contingent upon subjective interpretation. The acknowledgment of life's inherent meaninglessness can be liberating, freeing individuals from the burden of searching for ultimate meaning and allowing them to embrace the present moment with authenticity and acceptance.

Both debaters engage in a compelling discussion grounded in existential philosophy. DreamyGarden529 (in favor) effectively argues that individuals can find meaning through personal agency and engagement, scoring high in ethos and pathos but facing significant reductions due to GracefulCanyon12's counterpoints. GracefulCanyon12 (against) presents strong arguments on the inherent meaninglessness of life, scoring high in logos and ethos but does not adequately counter the subjective creation of meaning, resulting in some deductions.