qualmishness
/ˈkwɑːlmɪʃnəs/
NOUN
1. Nausea or physical sickness
The state of feeling nauseated, queasy, or physically unwell, often accompanied by an inclination to vomit.
1.1. Nausea and queasiness
A sickly feeling in the stomach, ranging from mild nausea to an uncomfortable sensation that may lead to vomiting.
Synonyms
- nausea
- queasiness
- sickness
- nauseousness
- sickliness
- wamble
Antonyms
Examples
- A wave of qualmishness came over him during the turbulent boat ride.
- Her qualmishness gradually disappeared after she stepped outside for fresh air.
Related Words
- vomiting
- retching
- regurgitation
- biliousness
- stomach upset
1.2. Motion sickness
Nausea or discomfort caused by movement during travel, such as riding in a car, sailing on a boat, or flying.
Synonyms
- motion sickness
- seasickness
- carsickness
- airsickness
- travel sickness
Examples
- The constant movement of the ship brought on a severe bout of qualmishness.
- Reading in the back seat often gives her qualmishness during long journeys.
Related Words
- vertigo
- dizziness
- lightheadedness
- nausea
NOUN
2. Moral uneasiness or hesitation
A state of having qualms, especially feelings of doubt, apprehension, or discomfort about the rightness of an action or decision.
2.1. Moral doubts and scruples
A feeling of conscience-related discomfort or hesitation about doing something considered questionable or ethically wrong.
Synonyms
- scruple
- compunction
- misgiving
- moral hesitation
- conscientious objection
Antonyms
- unconcern
- fearlessness
- certainty
Examples
- His qualmishness about the proposal reflected his concern for the people it might harm.
- She overcame her initial qualmishness and agreed to take part in the questionable scheme.
Related Words
- conscience
- remorse
- guilt
- self-reproach
- reservation
2.2. Apprehension and uncertainty
A state of uneasiness, doubt, or nervous hesitation about a situation, choice, or possible outcome.
Synonyms
- uneasiness
- anxiety
- apprehension
- misgiving
- doubt
- hesitation
- uncertainty
Antonyms
- assurance
- confidence
- certainty
- composure
- ease
Examples
- Despite her enthusiasm, a trace of qualmishness remained about moving to another country.
- His qualmishness about the decision became more noticeable as the deadline approached.
Related Words
- foreboding
- disquiet
- nervousness
- reservation
- insecurity