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Meaning of misgiving
A feeling of doubt or uncertainty about something.
Etymology of misgiving
The word "misgiving" has its roots in Old English and Middle English, with "mis-" implying a negative or wrong sense, and "giving" related to the idea of yielding or surrendering to a feeling.
Historically, the term has been used to express a sense of doubt, uncertainty, or apprehension, often in relation to a decision, situation, or person's intentions.
Synonyms
apprehension
anxiety
doubt
fear
unease
uncertainty
concern
suspicion
mistrust
trepidation
qualm
reservation
hesitation
misapprehension
discomfort
wariness
apprehensiveness
nervousness
jitteriness
edginess
tension
uneasiness
distrust
skepticism
incredulity
disbelief
dubiety
uncertainty
fearfulness
nervousness
jitteriness
trepidation
alarm
alarmism
dismay
disquiet
disquietude
uneasiness
apprehensiveness
Definitions
- A feeling of doubt or uncertainty about something, especially a decision or a person's intentions.
- * A vague or general feeling of unease or apprehension.
Usage Examples
- She had a misgiving about the new business venture, but decided to invest anyway.
- * He had misgivings about the safety of the old building, and warned others to stay away.
- * The team had misgivings about the new strategy, but the coach was confident it would work.
Antonyms
confidence
certainty
trust
faith
assurance
optimism
hope
cheerfulness
enthusiasm
eagerness
excitement
certainty
conviction
sureness
positivity
reassurance
comfort
solace
calmness
serenity
tranquility
peace
contentment
satisfaction