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sinfully

 

[ ˈsɪn.fəl.i ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

moral context

The term 'sinfully' refers to actions, thoughts, or things that are characterized by sin or immorality. It often describes indulgences that are considered morally wrong or are associated with sinful pleasure. For instance, consuming excessive amounts of rich dessert can be described as 'sinfully delicious.' The word conveys a sense of excitement and guilt intertwined in the experience.

Synonyms

immorally, indulgently, wickedly.

Examples of usage

  • She enjoyed a sinfully rich chocolate cake.
  • The movie was sinfully entertaining, despite its critics.
  • He lived a sinfully lavish lifestyle.
  • The scandal was sinfully intriguing.

Translations

Translations of the word "sinfully" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pecaminosamente

🇮🇳 पापी तरीके से

🇩🇪 sündhaft

🇮🇩 dosa

🇺🇦 грішно

🇵🇱 grzesznie

🇯🇵 罪深く

🇫🇷 pécheusement

🇪🇸 pecaminosamente

🇹🇷 günahkarca

🇰🇷 죄악스럽게

🇸🇦 بشكل خاطئ

🇨🇿 hřešně

🇸🇰 hriešne

🇨🇳 罪恶地

🇸🇮 grešno

🇮🇸 synduglega

🇰🇿 күнәһарлықпен

🇬🇪 ცოდვისებურად

🇦🇿 günahkarcasına

🇲🇽 pecaminosamente

Etymology

The word 'sinfully' is derived from the root word 'sin,' which has its origins in Old English 'syn' (meaning 'a wrongdoing or offense against divine law'). This word can be traced back to Proto-Germanic *sunjō (a term that also relates to wrongdoing). Over time, the suffix '-fully' was added to form the adverb, indicating the manner in which an action is performed. Therefore, 'sinfully' denotes actions carried out in a sinful manner or to a degree that is morally questionable. The concept of sin has evolved through various cultures and religions, influencing language and morality throughout history. Thus, 'sinfully' embodies not just the act of sin itself but also the cultural implications surrounding indulgence and morality.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,715, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.