Pronunciation

/sɪn/

Definitions

• Noun: 1. An action or act that goes against divine or moral law, considered a sin by some religious or ethical systems. 2. A fault or shortcoming; a moral failing. 3. A transgression of a rule or law. 4. (mathematics) A trigonometric function equal to the opposite side of a right triangle divided by the hypotenuse.
• Verb: To commit a sin; engage in a wrongful or immoral act.

Phrases

• “Sinful thoughts” refers to thoughts or actions considered morally wrong.
• “Confessing one’s sins” means admitting to committing wrongdoings.
• “Sin by omission” is when someone fails to do something they should have done to prevent harm.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “Her confession of her past sins brought about a sense of redemption.”
• Verb: “It’s important to resist the temptation to sin, even if it’s just a small one.”
• “The priest counseled him on how to atone for his sins.”

Synonyms

• Transgression
• Fault
• Blunder
• Misdeed
• Immoral act
• Sinlessness (opposite of sin)
• Redemption (the act of atoning for one’s sins)