Prodigal Son

Pronunciation: /ˈprɑdɪɡəl sʌn/

Definitions of prodigal son

noun a character from a parable in the Bible, known for squandering his inheritance before repenting and returning to his father

Example Sentences

A1 The prodigal son returned home after squandering his inheritance.

A2 The prodigal son asked for forgiveness from his father for his reckless behavior.

B1 The parable of the prodigal son teaches the importance of forgiveness and redemption.

B2 The prodigal son's lavish lifestyle came to an end when he ran out of money.

C1 The prodigal son's return was met with mixed emotions from his family.

C2 The prodigal son's story is a powerful reminder of the consequences of irresponsible behavior.

Examples of prodigal son in a Sentence

formal The prodigal son returned home after squandering his inheritance.

informal Did you hear about the prodigal son coming back to town?

slang That prodigal son dude finally decided to show his face again.

figurative The company welcomed back their prodigal son, the talented employee who had left for a competitor.

Grammatical Forms of prodigal son

• past tense: prodigal son
• plural: prodigal sons
• comparative: more prodigal
• superlative: most prodigal
• present tense: is a prodigal son
• future tense: will be a prodigal son
• perfect tense: has been a prodigal son
• continuous tense: is being a prodigal son
• singular: prodigal son
• positive degree: very prodigal
• infinitive: to be a prodigal son
• gerund: being a prodigal son
• participle: the prodigal son

Origin and Evolution of prodigal son

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The term 'prodigal son' originates from the Bible, specifically from the parable of the prodigal son in the Gospel of Luke.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a wasteful or extravagant person, the term 'prodigal son' has evolved to symbolize someone who returns home after a period of wandering or reckless behavior, often with a sense of repentance and forgiveness.