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Term: Scruple

Definition:

A scruple (noun) refers to a moral or ethical principle that restrains or keeps a person from acting or behaving in a certain way due to conscience or sense of duty. It can also be a feeling of hesitation or doubt regarding the moral correctness of a particular action.

Sense 1 (Noun):

Example Sentence: His personal beliefs and moral scruples prevented him from accepting the bribe.

Sense 2 (Verb):

Definition: To have scruples about something means to hesitate or have doubts regarding its morality.

Example Sentence: She scrupled to lie to her best friend, knowing it would betray their trust.

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