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as in doubts
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 qualms
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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Recent Examples of misgivings
Jacki, though plagued by her own misgivings, is pulled toward him.
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Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 16 Apr. 2026
Some at Tuesday’s virtual hearing had similar misgivings about the potential for AI to undermine young people’s critical thinking skills, put student data at risk, or reinforce biases.
—Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 15 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, Congressional Republicans have expressed misgivings about redistricting.
—Jeffrey Schweers, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2026
The speed of negotiations has prompted some misgivings and nerves in at least one writers’ group chat, said a source.
—Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 6 Apr. 2026
Filmmakers like Martin Scorsese and Ridley Scott have also shared their own misgivings about the superhero genre.
—Savannah Walsh, Vanity Fair, 31 Mar. 2026
Like many Americans, a growing number have misgivings about the strong-arm tactics used by government immigration enforcement agents in places such as Minnesota.
—Alex Hinton, The Conversation, 26 Mar. 2026
Like Samut, Chawarit had had misgivings about traversing the strait, his wife Suchawadee Malikaeo told CNN.
—Kocha Olarn, CNN Money, 20 Mar. 2026
Serious misgivings about vaccination in one part of the world can have far-reaching consequences.
—Patricia Callahan, ProPublica, 19 Mar. 2026
Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 16 Apr. 2026
Some at Tuesday’s virtual hearing had similar misgivings about the potential for AI to undermine young people’s critical thinking skills, put student data at risk, or reinforce biases.
—Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 15 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, Congressional Republicans have expressed misgivings about redistricting.
—Jeffrey Schweers, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Apr. 2026
The speed of negotiations has prompted some misgivings and nerves in at least one writers’ group chat, said a source.
—Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 6 Apr. 2026
Filmmakers like Martin Scorsese and Ridley Scott have also shared their own misgivings about the superhero genre.
—Savannah Walsh, Vanity Fair, 31 Mar. 2026
Like many Americans, a growing number have misgivings about the strong-arm tactics used by government immigration enforcement agents in places such as Minnesota.
—Alex Hinton, The Conversation, 26 Mar. 2026
Like Samut, Chawarit had had misgivings about traversing the strait, his wife Suchawadee Malikaeo told CNN.
—Kocha Olarn, CNN Money, 20 Mar. 2026
Serious misgivings about vaccination in one part of the world can have far-reaching consequences.
—Patricia Callahan, ProPublica, 19 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for misgivings
Noun
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The doubts being voiced by these major investors has turbocharged the push by the private equity sector to reach into individual retirement accounts.—
Business Columnist,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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But doubts about their mentality continue to creep in and injuries to key players are piling up.—
Jackie Powell,
NBC news,
10 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Who cares that Swiftest of Lizards seems to have zero qualms about leaving his mother to go live with the man standing there with his wife and baby?—
Lincee Ray,
Entertainment Weekly,
10 Apr. 2026
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First-time Saturday Night Live host Colman Domingo has some qualms about what’s being pitched for his debut on the NBC show this weekend.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
8 Apr. 2026
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The investigation began on April 2, 2026, when one of the victims reported her suspicions to school officials.—
CBS Atlanta Digital Team,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Point out your observations about the family dynamics and tell her your suspicions — namely, that your siblings blame her for breaking up their family.—
Harriette Cole,
Mercury News,
15 Apr. 2026
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Lisa and Daniel Bohm will elaborate on their arguments by April 20, when they’re expected to file preliminary objections to the complaint and, a few days later, a response to their son’s motion for a preliminary injunction.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
15 Apr. 2026
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Israel and Lebanon will engage in peace talks despite Hezbollah’s objections.—
Elizabeth Robinson,
NBC news,
14 Apr. 2026
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“Misgivings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/misgivings. Accessed 19 Apr. 2026.
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