mortal sin

mortal sin

noun

Definition of MORTAL SIN

: a sin (as murder) that is deliberately committed and is of such serious consequence according to Thomist theology that it deprives the soul of sanctifying grace — compare venial sin 1

First Known Use of MORTAL SIN

15th century

Rhymes with MORTAL SIN

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