Sinner

Pronunciation: /ˈsɪnər/

Definitions of sinner

noun a person who transgresses against divine law by committing sin

Example Sentences

A1 The sinner asked for forgiveness.

A2 The sinner regretted their actions.

B1 The sinner sought redemption through good deeds.

B2 The sinner struggled with their inner demons.

C1 The sinner grappled with the concept of morality.

C2 The sinner contemplated the nature of sin and salvation.

Examples of sinner in a Sentence

formal The priest reminded the congregation that everyone is a sinner and in need of repentance.

informal I heard that guy is a real sinner, always getting into trouble.

slang Don't trust him, he's a sneaky sinner.

figurative Her addiction was the sinner that plagued her every decision.

Grammatical Forms of sinner

• past tense: sinned
• plural: sinners
• comparative: more sinful
• superlative: most sinful
• present tense: sin
• future tense: will sin
• perfect tense: have sinned
• continuous tense: is sinning
• singular: sinner
• positive degree: sinful
• infinitive: to sin
• gerund: sinning
• participle: sinning

Origin and Evolution of sinner

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'sinner' originated from the Old English word 'synnere', which was derived from the Proto-Germanic word 'sunjōn', meaning 'one who commits sin'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'sinner' has retained its original meaning of someone who commits sin, but has also taken on various connotations and interpretations within different religious and cultural contexts.