misgive

/mɪsˈɡɪv/

Definitions

1. verb

to feel or express doubt or uncertainty about something

“She began to misgive the plan after hearing the concerns of the team.”

2. verb (archaic or poetic)

to suspect or have a feeling that something bad is going to happen

“The old sailor began to misgive a storm was brewing on the horizon.”

3. noun

a feeling of doubt or uncertainty

“Her misgive about the decision made her hesitate to commit.”

Synonyms

  • doubt
  • misgiving

Antonyms

  • certainty
  • confidence