CEFR C2

consternation

noun

Meaning

A feeling of anxiety, dismay, or confusion, typically caused by something unexpected.

Examples

To the consternation of the parents, the toddler had painted the entire living room wall with permanent marker.
The sudden announcement of the company's bankruptcy caused widespread consternation among the employees.

Synonyms: worry, dismay, bewilderment, trepidation

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consternation (C2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌkɒnstəˈneɪʃn/

Definition

A feeling of anxiety, dismay, or confusion, typically caused by something unexpected.

Examples

To the consternation of the parents, the toddler had painted the entire living room wall with permanent marker.
The sudden announcement of the company's bankruptcy caused widespread consternation among the employees.

Synonyms of consternation

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Antonyms of consternation

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