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sinful
adjective sin·ful \ˈsin-fəl\
: wrong according to religious or moral law
: very bad or wicked
: extremely enjoyable in a way that makes you feel guilty
Full Definition of SINFUL
1
: tainted with, marked by, or full of sin : wicked
2
: such as to make one feel guilty <a sinful chocolate cake>
— sin·ful·ly \-fə-lē\ adverb
— sin·ful·ness noun
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First Known Use of SINFUL
before 12th century
SINFULNESS Defined for Kids
sinful
adjective sin·ful \ˈsin-fəl\
Definition of SINFUL for Kids
: being or full of sin : wicked
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