small voice

NOUN

conscience

Synonyms

STRONGEST

shame

STRONG

censor compunction demur duty morals principles qualms scruples superego

WEAK

inner voice right and wrong squeam still small voice

Antonyms

WEAK

immorality

Example Sentences

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A very small voice in the back of my mind began to secretly hope he’d never return.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2025

In a small voice, sounding younger than his nine years, Hashim says he would like to go back to school.

From BBC • Jul. 25, 2023

So I seize it, and lend my small voice to the chorus protesting Putin’s atrocities.

From Washington Post • May 6, 2022

“Change the world,” Gianna, 7, said in a small voice.

From Seattle Times • May 25, 2021

Let it go, a small voice inside of her pleaded.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray