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noun (1) scru· ple ˈskrü-pəl. Synonyms of scruple. 1. : a unit of capacity equal to ¹/₂₄ Apothecaries' ounce see Weights and Measures Table. 2. : a minute part or quantity : iota. scruple. 2 of 3.
Scruple is a noun or verb that means a feeling or belief about what is right or wrong. Learn how to use it in sentences, see synonyms and antonyms, and find translations in different languages.
Scruples are a kind of moral compass that lets you know what's right. Often people use this word in an outraged way when someone does something bad: "Don't you have any scruples?" Liars, thieves, criminals, and politicians have fewer scruples than the rest of us.
Scruples definition: the plural of scruple; moral or ethical considerations or standards that act as a restraining force or inhibit certain actions. See examples of SCRUPLES used in a sentence.
Scruple is a noun or verb that means a feeling or belief about what is right or wrong. Learn how to use it in sentences, see synonyms and antonyms, and find out how to say it in different languages.
a moral or ethical consideration or standard that acts as a restraining force or inhibits certain actions. Synonyms: restraint, compunction, qualm. a very small portion or amount. a unit of weight equal to 20 grains (1.295 grams) or 1/3 of a dram, apothecaries' weight.
Your scruples are what keep you from doing things you consider to be morally or ethically wrong. Your scruples won't allow you to cheat on a test, or steal from your brother's Halloween candy stash. The noun scruple comes from a Latin word, scrupulus, which means a small, sharp stone.