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Synonyms of qualm

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Another word for qualm is compunction. Other synonyms of qualm are scruple and unease.

Synonyms and similar words for qualm

nounMore synonyms

  • compunctionA pricking of conscience or a feeling of regret, especially one which is slight or fleeting.
  • misgivingDoubt, apprehension, a feeling of dread.
  • scrupleHesitation to act from the difficulty of determining what is right or expedient; doubt, hesitation or unwillingness due...
  • uneaseTrouble; misery; a feeling of disquiet or concern.
  • uneasiness
  • apprehension

Meaning of qualm

  1. noun A feeling of apprehension, doubt, fear etc.
  2. noun A sudden sickly feeling; queasiness.
  3. noun A prick of the conscience; a moral scruple, a pang of guilt.

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Questions about synonyms of qualm

What is another word for qualm?
Qualm has 6 synonyms on Word.ws, such as compunction, scruple and unease.
What does qualm mean?
Qualm means a feeling of apprehension, doubt, fear etc.

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