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Qualm
01
a feeling of doubt or uneasiness, often related to one's conscience or sense of right and wrong
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Simple
Countable
Plural form
qualms
Examples
She had no qualms about speaking her mind, even if her opinions were unpopular.
02
a slight feeling of nausea or unease, often temporary
Examples
She suddenly felt a qualm after eating too quickly.
