sinned
Sinned is the past tense and past participle of the verb sin. It denotes the completion of an act that is considered morally wrong or transgresses a rule, whether religious, ethical, or social. In religious contexts, to sin is to violate divine law or a sacred order; saying someone "sinned" implies that the act occurred in the past and may carry connotations of accountability, repentance, or the need for forgiveness. In secular usage, the word can describe any moral failing or wrongdoing, though it is more common in literary or formal registers.
Etymology and grammar: The noun sin comes from Old English synn. The verb to sin developed from
Usage and nuance: In religious texts, sinned actions are often contrasted with repentance, forgiveness, and atonement.