sinner

noun

sin·​ner ˈsi-nər How to pronounce sinner (audio)
Synonyms of sinnernext
1
: a person who sins
2
: reprobate, scamp

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even the worst sinner can be redeemed
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Whether others saw a sinner, a hypocrite, an outcast, or even an enemy, Jesus continued to behold the perfect man. — The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 24 Aug. 2026 That relationship was based on sinners confessing their sins to this vicar. — Pat Saperstein, Variety, 14 June 2026 More joy in Heaven over one sinner who repents than ninety-nine righteous people who’ve got nothing to repent. — Jonathan Franzen, New Yorker, 1 June 2026 Far too pure for the sinners who run this godless theocracy. — Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 29 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for sinner

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First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of sinner was in the 14th century

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sinner

noun
sin·​ner ˈsin-ər How to pronounce sinner (audio)
: one that sins
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