Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

sinful

adjective
/ˈsɪn.fəl/
Definition
Relating to or denoting actions that are considered morally wrong or evil.
Examples
  • It was a sinful act that caused great pain to many.
  • He felt sinful for enjoying pleasures that were deemed wrong.
  • She tried to lead a life free from sinful behavior.
Meaning
Sinful describes something that involves sin or wrongdoing, often in a religious or moral context.
Synonyms
  • wicked
  • immoral
  • unholy
  • malevolent