compunction synonyms

compunction

n.

  1. A sense of guilt or remorse

    remorse, contrition, shame; see regret 1, repentance, shame 2.

  2. A twinge of uneasiness or pity

    misgiving, qualm, hesitation; see qualm 1, regret 1. See syn. study at qualm, repentance.

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