Definition

Not having committed any wrong actions or mistakes; pure and innocent.

Example

Many people believe that a sinless life is the ideal to strive for.

Conversation

I wonder if anyone can really be sinless in today's world.

That's a tough question! I think everyone makes mistakes sometimes.

True, but it would be nice to meet someone who strives to be sinless.

Yeah, it would be inspiring to see that kind of purity in a person.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sinless → It is formed from "sin" (from Old English "syn", meaning wrongdoing or transgression) and "-less" (meaning without). The word "sinless" means without sin or free from wrongdoing.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'without' ('-less') any 'wrongdoing' ('sin') — that's what sinless means.

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