qualm

Vocabulary Word

Definition

'Qualm' is a feeling of unease or doubt about whether what you're doing is right or not. It's when you second guess your decisions or actions.

Examples in Different Contexts

In everyday language, 'qualm' often denotes minor doubts or hesitations. Someone might admit, 'I have no qualms about taking a day off to relax.'

Practice Scenarios

Creative

Scenario:

Our idea for the new campaign is quite bold. Navigating it subtly without disrupting our brand image takes delicacy.

Response:

That's true. I've had my qualms, wondering how this bold move would sync with our brand voice.

Tech

Scenario:

The new software implementation on a live server might have potential drawbacks. It’s important to maintain operational integrity.

Response:

I agree, I have qualms about the system disruption that could result from the software implementation.