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Word of the Day: Qualm

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Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017
Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017
The word for the day is

 "qualm".
Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017
Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017
Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017
Qualm is used as a noun.

 It is pronounced as 'qua-lm' (\ ˈkwäm \).
Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017
Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017
Meaning:
1. uneasiness about an action or certain conduct; misgivings

2. a disturbing feeling of fear or doubt that occurs suddenly

3. a mild state of nausea
Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017
Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017
Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017
Its synonyms are 'misgiving', 'doubt', 'anxiety', 'hesitancy', and 'reservation'.
Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017
Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017
Its antonym is

 'confidence'.
Usage
1. She had a sudden qualm about her decision.

2. The taste of the food gave her qualms.
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