sinner
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of sinner
A Middle English word dating back to 1275–1325; see origin at sin 1, -er 1
Example Sentences
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And “Whoever despises his neighbor is a sinner, but blessed is he who is generous to the poor.”
From Salon • Apr. 13, 2025
“I finally saw, like, ‘Oh, I’m a sinner by God’s standard,’ and then I understood my need for a savior and for Jesus,” she said.
From Washington Times • Nov. 24, 2023
“If u want to send me in prison il accept it.... im sorry... i am a sinner to be punish.”
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 1, 2023
It took a credible swing at Cave's dark religious imagery, with lyrics like: "I am the sinner, I am the saint."
From BBC • Jan. 17, 2023
Then whoever it was started to singing “Ring de bells of mercy. Call de sinner man home.”
From "Their Eyes Were Watching God" by Zora Neale Hurston
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