misgive


mis·give

verb \ˌmis-ˈgiv\
mis·gave\-ˈgāv\mis·giv·en\-ˈgi-vən\mis·giv·ing

Definition of MISGIVE

transitive verb
: to suggest doubt or fear to
intransitive verb
: to be fearful or apprehensive

First Known Use of MISGIVE

1513

Rhymes with MISGIVE

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