sin

Definition

  • noun: an action that is considered to be wrong according to religious or moral law
  • noun: an offense against religious or moral law
  • verb: to do something that is considered wrong according to religious or moral law
  • verb: to commit a sin
  • usually singular

Examples

  • He made a lot of money in the stock market and he's been 'living the good life' [=living the life of a wealthy person] ever since.

  • Even though he was acquitted, most people think he is 'guilty as sin'.

  • His mother did not want him 'living in sin' with his girlfriend.

Movie quotes

  • (..) They had met many times since the town was built... ... and you were very good at following my clues. You may leave, Dahlia. We fight the sin, not the sinner. Mommy! Mommy! Mommy! You know how that feels, don't you, Rose? What have I done? (..)
    2006 Silent Hill
  • (..) We know. Even the children know it. Your daughter... Why you won't just name the father... You've brought sin amongst us. The faithful must gather in judgment... ...for we are called to purify this filth. What does she mean, Mommy? You're weak, my dear sister. (..)
    2006 Silent Hill