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Term: compunction

Part of Speech: noun

Sense 1:

Definition: A feeling of guilt or moral scruple that follows the doing of something bad.

Sample Sentence: He felt a deep compunction for betraying his best friend's trust.

Sense 2:

Definition: A pricking of conscience or a slight regret over something.

Sample Sentence: Despite his compunction, he proceeded with the plan, knowing it was the only option.

Sense 3:

Definition: A sense of unease or anxiety about an impending event.

Sample Sentence: She could barely sleep the night before her job interview due to the compunction of nervousness.

Sense 4:

Definition: A reservation or reluctance in doing something.

Sample Sentence: He had no compunction in expressing his disagreement with the proposed changes.