scruple
US /ˈskruː.pəl/
UK /ˈskruː.pəl/
1.
a feeling of doubt or hesitation with regard to the morality or propriety of a course of action
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He had no scruples about cheating on the test.
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She overcame her scruples and told him the truth.
1.
to hesitate or be reluctant to do something that one considers wrong
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He didn't scruple to use dishonest methods to achieve his goals.
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She would never scruple to tell a lie if it meant protecting her family.