Sinfully describes an action or behavior that is morally wrong, wicked, or that violates religious or ethical principles, often implying a degree of enjoyment or indulgence in the transgression. It suggests a deliberate and potentially pleasurable departure from accepted standards of conduct, encompassing acts motivated by greed, lust, envy, pride, or other vices. The word often carries connotations of forbidden pleasure, transgression, and the potential for remorse or punishment, either earthly or spiritual. Actions described as sinfully done may cause harm to others, damage relationships, or contribute to personal moral decay. It encompasses a wide spectrum of behaviors, ranging from minor indiscretions to grave offenses, all united by their violation of moral codes. Often implies that the actor knows the action is wrong and possibly enjoys the act in defiance of their morality. This could be used to describe excessive actions as well, like eating too much food or spending to much money.
Sinfully meaning with examples
- The wealthy merchant sinfully hoarded his profits, exploiting the desperate workers in his factories to amass a fortune while they struggled to survive. He reveled in the power his wealth afforded him, ignoring their pleas for fair wages, and the societal ills caused by his selfish greed. His enjoyment of the material wealth he accumulated caused him no personal moral conflict. He used his profits to feed his ego.
- The artist, consumed by jealousy, sinfully sabotaged his rival's masterpiece, secretly damaging the work with the intent of stealing the recognition he craved. He reveled in the thought of eclipsing his rival, and destroying his hard work. He went through a lot of effort to commit the transgression. He also felt a sense of gratification, but his crime left him feeling empty.
- The politician, driven by ambition, sinfully manipulated the truth, spreading misinformation to sway public opinion and secure his victory. He was desperate to reach the top, even at the expense of his values, sacrificing integrity for power. His actions showed a willingness to engage in deceptive actions and manipulation for his goals. He justified his actions for the greater good, as many politicians do.
- The baker, known for his delicious but unhealthy pastries, sinfully indulged in making an elaborate, cream-filled cake, despite knowing the detrimental effects on his customers' health and waistlines. He could have made healthy options, but enjoyed the indulgence. While he did not set out to harm anyone, he knew his actions had consequences. The sugar and fat content was high, and he revelled in his creation.
Sinfully Synonyms
carnally corruptly debauchedly depravedly dissolutely immorally licentiously shamelessly transgressively viciously wantonly wickedly wrongfullySinfully Antonyms
chastely ethically honorably innocently morally piously purely righteously saintly virtuouslySinfully Crossword Answers
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IMMORALLY