Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
peccancy
noun
/ˈpɛkənsi/
Definition
The state of being sinful or morally wrong.
Examples
- His peccancy was revealed when he admitted to cheating on the exam.
- The novel explores themes of peccancy and redemption.
Meaning
Peccancy refers to the quality or condition of having committed a sin or wrongdoing. It denotes an awareness of moral failure or a lapse in ethical judgment.
Synonyms
- sinfulness
- transgression
- wrongdoing
- immorality
