original as sin
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
Very original.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Say what you will, once whispered a friend of mine, there are things in him strong as poison, and original as sin.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “original as sin” mean?
Very original.
Is “original as sin” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.