noun
- a feeling of guilt or moral scruple that prevents or follows the doing of something bad
Examples
- She felt no compunction about lying to protect her friend.
- He had some compunction about taking credit for work he didn’t do.
- Without compunction, the CEO fired half the staff.
- The thief showed no compunction for his crimes.
- I have no compunction about asking for help when I need it.
- His compunction over the mistake kept him awake all night.