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as in doubt
a feeling or attitude that one does not know the truth, truthfulness, or trustworthiness of someone or something
I had misgivings about the alleged victim's story, but I was afraid to speak up
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as in qualm
an uneasy feeling about the rightness of what one is doing or going to do
he was filled with misgivings about committing himself to such a huge loan
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as in dread
suspicion or fear of future harm or misfortune
overcome by a sudden misgiving upon seeing the creepy old mansion
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as in troublesome
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Recent Examples of misgiving
Mohammed R. Mhawish, New Yorker, 14 Oct. 2025
The misgivings were only his imagination.
—Marguerite Reiss, Outdoor Life, 9 Oct. 2025
Hart acknowledges his son and brings him into the family fold, despite clear misgivings.
—Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 9 Oct. 2025
Democratic senators have since voiced their misgivings.
—Ellie Cook, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Oct. 2025
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Noun
After the catastrophe, even senior figures signalled misgivings.
—Mohammed R. Mhawish, New Yorker, 14 Oct. 2025
The misgivings were only his imagination.
—Marguerite Reiss, Outdoor Life, 9 Oct. 2025
Hart acknowledges his son and brings him into the family fold, despite clear misgivings.
—Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 9 Oct. 2025
Democratic senators have since voiced their misgivings.
—Ellie Cook, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for misgiving
Noun
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There is no doubt that the plan is ambitious and comprehensive.—
Shaoyu Yuan,
The Conversation,
5 Nov. 2025
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The biggest news Tuesday was how the court was going to define the relevant market in the antitrust case, no doubt.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Nov. 2025
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The Fins blew out Buffalo 30-13 to snap the losing streak to their divison rivals and easing any qualms – at least for now.—
Jacob Lev,
CNN Money,
10 Nov. 2025
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Many residents favor stricter enforcement of immigration rules but have qualms about the current process.—
Tyler Kingkade,
NBC news,
31 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Foreboding and dread is consuming celebrities scheduled to dance on The Jennifer Hudson Show.—
Andy Hoglund,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Nov. 2025
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As the anniversary of Will’s disappearance approaches, so does a heavy, familiar dread.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
7 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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There’s nothing more troublesome than a government that finds no problem too small to care about — and governments have a terrible track record for solving large ones.—
Steven Greenhut,
Oc Register,
7 Nov. 2025
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However, replacing 2/3 of your outfield in one offseason can be troublesome at times.—
Drew VonScio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Nov. 2025
Noun
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His election victory reflected a growing skepticism about multilateralism and global engagement more generally among Americans.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Nov. 2025
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During an interview with Shakiel Mahjouri at SHAK Wrestling, Rusev opened up about his history with Cena and his skepticism regarding the retirement announcement.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
Noun
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While some senators expressed optimism about reaching a time agreement, any single objection could stall final passage.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Nov. 2025
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The judge can sustain objections to questions if foundation hasn’t been laid by previous testimony.—
Sam Blum,
New York Times,
10 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Meanwhile Syria remains scarred by years of conflict and nationals in Germany are looking on at the debate with mounting worry.—
Sophie Tanno,
CNN Money,
9 Nov. 2025
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Leaders at big carmakers spelled out their worries in the latest round of earnings calls, saying that finding a replacement for Nexperia at scale in the short term will be difficult.—
Boston Herald Wire Services,
Boston Herald,
8 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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Left behind at their foreboding campus over winter break, Boynton and Shipka's characters are at the mercy of the school's imperious nuns and old secrets.—
Dennis Perkins,
Entertainment Weekly,
31 Oct. 2025
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The Hawkins kids have their lives on the line in the foreboding trailer for the final season of Stranger Things.—
Brittany Spanos,
Rolling Stone,
30 Oct. 2025
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“Misgiving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/misgiving. Accessed 17 Nov. 2025.
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