impeccant

/ (ɪmˈpɛkənt) /


adjective
  1. not sinning; free from sin

Origin of impeccant

1
C18: from im- (not) + Latin peccant-, from peccāre to sin

Derived forms of impeccant

  • impeccancy, noun

Words Nearby impeccant

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How to use impeccant in a sentence

  • Contrary to his impeccant habit, Average Jones bore the somewhat frazzled aspect of a man who has been up all night.

    Average Jones | Samuel Hopkins Adams