qualm
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qualm
How to pronounce qualm:
Definition of qualm:
- qualm (noun):
- a sudden sensation of misgiving
- noun. uneasiness about the fitness of an action.
- a feeling of uneasiness about a point especially of conscience or propriety
Synonyms for qualm:
anxiety
apprehension
compunction
conscience
disquiet
doubt
guilt
hesitation
misgiving
objection
queasiness
question
regret
reluctance
remorse
scruple
squeamishness
suspicion
twinge or pang of conscience
uncertainty
uneasiness
Antonyms for qualm:
approval
assurance
belief
calculation
calm
calmness
certainty
certitude
collectedness
comfort
composure
confidence
contentedness
conviction
cool
credit
decisiveness
determination
doubtlessness
ease
easiness
faith
happiness
information
knowledge
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