Sin
/sɪn/
Definitions
- (n.) An act considered to be a transgression of divine law or moral principle with legal moral implications.
The defendant’s actions were seen as a sin against community standards.
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- sin
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'sin' often overlaps with moral fault or wrongdoing, and while it primarily has religious connotations, it can influence assessments of liability or culpability in law.
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