consternation
noun | /consternation/
a strong feeling of surprise and sudden disappointment that causes confusion
consternation
noun | /consternation/
Advanced WordsMEDIUMa strong feeling of surprise and sudden disappointment that causes confusion
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"To their consternation, the software crashed during the live demo."
"The announcement caused consternation among the staff."
Mnemonic Trick
CONSTERNATION → CON + TERNATION (upset) — sudden dismay causing confusion.
Etymology
From Latin consternare “to throw into confusion.”
Used for feelings of alarming surprise or dismay.
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