Pronunciation: /ˈæk.tʃu.əl sɪn/
noun an act that is considered to be a violation of God's will
A1 Actual sin is when someone does something wrong.
A2 In some religions, actual sin is believed to be a direct violation of God's law.
B1 The concept of actual sin is often discussed in theological debates.
B2 Many philosophers have written about the nature of actual sin and its consequences.
C1 The theologian explored the differences between actual sin and original sin in his latest book.
C2 The debate over the existence of actual sin continues among scholars and religious leaders.
adjective real or genuine, as opposed to potential or theoretical
A1 I heard that gossiping is an actual sin.
A2 In some religions, lying is considered an actual sin.
B1 Stealing is seen as an actual sin in many cultures.
B2 Committing murder is universally recognized as an actual sin.
C1 For some people, cheating on their spouse is the ultimate actual sin.
C2 In certain belief systems, causing harm to others is considered the most serious actual sin.
formal The doctrine of actual sin is a central tenet in many religious traditions.
informal People often debate about what constitutes actual sin in the eyes of God.
slang I don't think that's an actual sin, just a minor mistake.
figurative In his eyes, lying was considered an actual sin against the truth.
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