peccadillo — a small fault or sin that is not considered very serious
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a small fault or sin that is not considered very serious
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌpekəˈdɪloʊ/
Example Sentences
- His habit of humming while working was considered a harmless peccadillo by his colleagues.
- She decided to overlook her husband's peccadillo of leaving dirty socks everywhere.
- The politician's peccadilloes were minor compared to his opponent's scandals.
peccadillo
NOUN[/ˌpekəˈdɪloʊ/]
a small fault or sin that is not considered very serious
Forgetting to refill the coffee pot is a small peccadillo, not a crime.
The armadillo's peccadillo: stealing a pillow!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Spanish 'pecadillo', the diminutive form of 'pecado' (sin), which derives from Latin 'peccatum' (sin, offense). The Spanish diminutive suffix -illo was added to indicate a small or minor sin.
Breakdown
Spanish pecado (sin, from Latin peccatum) + -illo (diminutive suffix meaning 'small') = peccadillo (small sin)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“His habit of humming while working was considered a harmless peccadillo by his colleagues.”
“She decided to overlook her husband's peccadillo of leaving dirty socks everywhere.”
“The politician's peccadilloes were minor compared to his opponent's scandals.”
“Everyone has their peccadilloes - mine is eating ice cream for breakfast on Sundays.”
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