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sinful

sin·ful

UK/ˈsɪnfl̩/ US/ˈsɪnfl̩/ fairly common

adjective

1.

characterized by iniquity; wicked because it is believed to be a sin

  • “iniquitous deeds”
  • “he said it was sinful to wear lipstick”
  • “ungodly acts”
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2.

having committed unrighteous acts

  • “a sinful person”
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Origin

From Middle English synful, senful, sunful, from Old English synful (“sinful, guilty, wicked, corrupt”), equivalent to sin + -ful. Compare Dutch zondevol (“sinful”), German sündevoll (“sinful”), Danish syndefuld (“sinful”), Swedish syndfull (“sinful”), Icelandic syndfullur (“sinful”).

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