1. capable of sinning or doing wrong; liable to sin
Usage: formal; rare

Examples

• Unlike divine beings, humans are inherently peccable creatures.
• The philosopher argued that all peccable beings must struggle with moral choices.
• Even the most virtuous among us remain peccable and prone to error.
• The doctrine holds that only God is truly impeccable, while all others are peccable.
• Her peccable nature made her more relatable to her followers.
• The saint acknowledged his peccable humanity despite his devotion.