Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sell-one's-soul
idiom
/sɛl wʌnz soʊl/
Definition
To sacrifice one’s principles, morals, or integrity for personal gain or advantage.
Examples
- Many artists felt they had to sell their souls to the industry to find success.
- He was warned that selling his soul might lead to regret in the future.
- In pursuit of wealth, she worried she might sell her soul to the highest bidder.
Meaning
The phrase refers to the act of compromising one’s values or ethics, often in exchange for fame, fortune, or other benefits.
Synonyms
- Compromise one’s principles
- Trade integrity
- Sacrifice one’s values
