noun
- the quality or state of being sinful; wickedness or immorality
Usage: often used in religious contexts
Examples
- The preacher spoke about the sinfulness of greed and pride.
- She felt overwhelmed by a sense of her own sinfulness.
- The novel explores themes of redemption and human sinfulness.
- Many religions teach that prayer can help overcome sinfulness.
- The community was shocked by the sinfulness of the scandal.
- He sought forgiveness for what he saw as his sinfulness.