sinful
/ˈsɪnfəl/
CEFR level C1Topic SocietyWord #6227 in the learning path
有罪的；违背宗教戒律的
Definitions
adj. Morally wrong, especially according to religious beliefs
有罪的；违背宗教戒律的
Example
My grandfather believed that lying was a sinful act.
我的祖父认为撒谎是一种有罪的行为。
Ideas about sinful behaviour vary across religious traditions and may influence attitudes towards personal responsibility.
不同宗教传统对罪恶行为的看法各异，并可能影响人们对个人责任的态度。
Collocations
- sinful behaviour
- sinful act
- sinful thoughts
Word family
- sin (n.)
- sin (v.)
- sinner (n.)
- sinfully (adv.)
Synonyms
- immoral
- wicked
Antonyms
- virtuous
Usage tip
常带宗教意味；一般的“违法”用illegal。
FAQ
- What does sinful mean?
- Morally wrong, especially according to religious beliefs
- How is sinful pronounced?
- UK /ˈsɪnfəl/, US /ˈsɪnfəl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
