Misgive and Withhold

Misgive

Misgive verb - Suggest fear or doubt.

Withhold and misgive are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Withhold" instead a verb "Misgive".

Withhold

Withhold verb - To be unwilling to grant.

Misgive and withhold are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Misgive" instead a verb "Withhold".

Nearby Word: withholding
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