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sinfulness

 

[ ˈsɪnfʊlnəs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

morality

The quality of being sinful or wicked.

Synonyms

evil, immorality, wickedness

Examples of usage

  • The preacher warned his congregation about the dangers of sinfulness.
  • Her actions were driven by a deep sense of sinfulness.
  • The sinfulness of his behavior was evident to all who knew him.
Context #2 | Noun

religious context

The state of being stained by sin; moral corruption.

Synonyms

corruption, depravity, unholiness

Examples of usage

  • She sought redemption from her sinfulness through prayer.
  • In the eyes of the church, his sinfulness was unforgivable.
  • The concept of sinfulness is central to many religious beliefs.

Translations

Translations of the word "sinfulness" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pecaminosidade

🇮🇳 पापपूर्णता

🇩🇪 Sündhaftigkeit

🇮🇩 kedosaan

🇺🇦 гріховність

🇵🇱 grzeszność

🇯🇵 罪深さ (tsumibukasa)

🇫🇷 pécheresse

🇪🇸 pecaminosidad

🇹🇷 günahkarlık

🇰🇷 죄악 (joeak)

🇸🇦 الخطيئة

🇨🇿 hříšnost

🇸🇰 hriešnosť

🇨🇳 罪恶 (zuì'è)

🇸🇮 grešnost

🇮🇸 syndsamleiki

🇰🇿 күнәһарлық

🇬🇪 ცოდვილობა

🇦🇿 günahkarlıq

🇲🇽 pecaminosidad

Word origin

The word 'sinfulness' originated from the Middle English word 'sinfulnesse', which was derived from the Old English 'synnfullnes'. It has been used since the 14th century to describe the quality of being sinful or wicked. The concept of sinfulness has been a central theme in religious and moral discourse throughout history, shaping ethical codes and guiding personal behavior.

See also: sin, sinful, sinner, sins.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,515, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.