scruples

(noun) motivation deriving logically from ethical or moral principles that govern a person's thoughts and actions. Synonyms: conscience, moral sense, sense of right and wrong.

(noun) a unit of apothecary weight equal to 20 grains. Synonyms: scruple.

(noun) uneasiness about the fitness of an action. Synonyms: scruple, qualm, misgiving.

(noun) an ethical or moral principle that inhibits action. Synonyms: scruple.

(verb) hesitate on moral grounds. Synonyms: scruple. Example: "The man scrupled to perjure himself."

(verb) raise scruples. Synonyms: scruple. Example: "He lied and did not even scruple about it."

(verb) have doubts about. Synonyms: scruple.