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misgive

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mis·give  (ms-gv)
v. mis·gave (-gv), mis·giv·en (-gvn), mis·giv·ing, mis·gives
v.tr.
To arouse suspicion or apprehension in (one's mind or heart, for example).
v.intr.
To be suspicious, apprehensive, or doubtful.

[mis- + give, to suggest (obsolete).]

misgive [mɪsˈgɪv]
vb -gives, -giving, -gave, -given
to make or be apprehensive or suspicious
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Verb1.misgive - suggest fear or doubt; "Her heart misgave her that she had acted inexcusably"
vex, worry - disturb the peace of mind of; afflict with mental agitation or distress; "I cannot sleep--my daughter's health is worrying me"


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As my time drew nearer, and there got to be talk of my having a new coat for the ceremony, my mind began to misgive me.
Will not your mind misgive you when you find yourself in this gloomy chamber -- too lofty and extensive for you, with only the feeble rays of a single lamp to take in its size -- its walls hung with tapestry exhibiting figures as large as life, and the bed, of dark green stuff or purple velvet, presenting even a funereal appearance?
"My mind misgives me," was all she said when I had done.
 
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