sinfulness

/'sinfulnis/
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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • The state or condition of being sinful; moral corruption or wickedness: Sinfulness refers to the quality of being characterized by sin, which is an act or state that violates divine law or moral principles.
    • Estrangement from God: In a theological context, sinfulness denotes the state of being separated from God due to moral transgression or inherent human imperfection.
Examples of Usage
  • Noun:
    • The preacher spoke about the inherent sinfulness of mankind. (The preacher discussed the natural state of moral corruption in humans.)
    • Her confession revealed a deep awareness of her own sinfulness. (Her confession showed a profound understanding of her own state of being sinful.)
Advanced Usage
  • "The sinfulness of the act": Used to emphasize the deeply immoral or wicked nature of a specific action.
    • The court considered the sinfulness of the crime, not just its legality.
  • "Aware of one's sinfulness": A phrase describing a conscious recognition of one's own moral failings or separation from divine will.
    • True repentance begins with being aware of one's sinfulness.
Variants and Related Words
  • Sinful (adjective): Characterized by or full of sin; wicked.
    • He led a sinful life before his reform.
  • Sin (noun): An immoral act considered to be a transgression against divine law.
    • Lying is considered a sin in many religions.
  • Sinlessly (adverb): In a manner without sin.
    • The saint was believed to have lived sinlessly.
Synonyms
  • Wickedness: The quality of being evil or morally wrong.
  • Immorality: The state or quality of being immoral; not conforming to accepted standards of morality.
  • Depravity: Moral corruption; wickedness.
  • Iniquity: Immoral or grossly unfair behavior (often with a stronger sense of injustice).
Related Phrases
  • "Original sinfulness": A theological concept referring to the sinful state inherited by all humans as a consequence of the fall of Adam and Eve.
    • The doctrine of original sinfulness is central to some Christian beliefs.
  • "Acknowledgment of sinfulness": The act of admitting or recognizing one's sinful nature.
    • The ritual required a full acknowledgment of sinfulness.
Noun
  1. estrangement from god

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