noun
- an uneasy feeling of doubt, worry, or fear, especially about whether one’s actions are right or wrong
- a sudden feeling of sickness or nausea
Examples
- She had no qualms about lying to protect her friend.
- He felt a qualm of conscience before signing the contract.
- Despite her qualms, she decided to accept the job offer.
- The investor had serious qualms about the risky venture.
- A sudden qualm made her rush to the bathroom.
- Without any qualms, he spent his entire paycheck on the car.
- Her qualms about the decision kept her awake all night.