Definition

The state of feeling uneasy or having doubts about something.

Example

She felt a sense of qualmishness before making her decision.

Conversation

I felt a bit of qualmishness before the presentation today.

Really? I thought you seemed confident up there.

Thanks! I guess I just had some nerves creeping in with that qualmishness at first.

It happens to the best of us; I'm glad you pushed through!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Qualmishness → The word is derived from "qualm" (from Middle English *qualm*, meaning a sudden feeling of sickness or uneasiness) and the suffix "-ishness" (meaning the state or quality of). Therefore, "qualmishness" refers to the state of feeling uneasy or having a sensation of nausea.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'qualm' which means a feeling of unease, and remember that 'qualmishness' describes the state of feeling that way.

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