Venial
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈviːni.əl/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Venial is an adjective meaning Able to be forgiven; worthy of forgiveness.
Meaning
Able to be forgiven; worthy of forgiveness.
More Meanings
- (religion, of a sin) Not causing spiritual death.
Example Sentences
He did not say that he should favour such an attempt; But he did say that such an attempt would be venial.
Synonyms for venial
Depending on context, synonyms include pardonable, excusable, forgivable, minor.
Antonyms for venial
Common opposites include unforgivable, mortal.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include forgivable, pardonable, excusable, minor, veniable, extenuable.
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