211 Synonyms for Scruple: qualm, protest

scruple (211 synonym found)

Scruple has 211 synonyms. The top synonyms for scruple are qualm, protest, question, recoil, shy, rally, grain, beef and 203 more. Another word for scruple is qualm. Browse the full list below.

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greet with skepticism

overconscientiousness

protest demonstration

Frequently asked questions

What is a synonym for scruple?

A common synonym for scruple is qualm. Other synonyms include protest, question, recoil, shy.

How many synonyms does scruple have?

Scruple has 211 synonyms listed on Thesaurasize.

What does scruple mean?

(n): a weight of twenty grains; the third part of a dram; hence, a very small quantity; a particle Example: "I will not bate thee a scruple.

Definition of scruple:

(n) : a weight of twenty grains; the third part of a dram; hence, a very small quantity; a particle

"I will not bate thee a scruple. Shak."

(v) : to be reluctant or to hesitate, as regards an action, on account of considerations of conscience or expedience; to regard with suspicion; to hesitate at; to question

"others long before them ... scrupled more the books of hereties than of gentiles. -Milton."

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