compunction Synonyms

remorse self-reproach contrition uneasiness untrust pangs second thought self-castigation ruefulness self-flagellation unease spurning sorrow sorriness shame self-reproof self-condemnation scruple bloodguilt punctiliousness reservations twinges of conscience qualms pang of guilt doubts misgivings self-disgust second thoughts remorsefulness pang of conscience inner voice squeamishness voice of conscience superego scruples moral sense scepsis ruth rue insecureness hesitation guiltiness guilt elicitation dubitation doubt disinclination demurrer demurral demur