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consternation

[kon-ster-ney-shuhn]

noun

  1. a sudden, alarming amazement or dread that results in utter confusion; dismay.

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consternation

/ ˌɒԲəˈԱɪʃə /

noun

  1. a feeling of anxiety, dismay, dread, or confusion

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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of consternation1

First recorded in 1605–15, consternation is from the Latin word DzԲٱپō- (stem of DzԲٱپō ). See consternate, -ion
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The row caused consternation among some in Zambia with people left wondering how they should mourn their former leader.

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At least until the runs required trickled down to single figures when consternation turned to celebration.

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The decision to charge David Huerta, president of Service Employees International Union California, has drawn the most consternation from the public.

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It’s why there was such consternation when trainer Bill Mott and owner Godolphin, decided to skip the Preakness Stakes.

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Walter: It’s a lifelong consternation to me that there is an idea that if you are known comedically, that’s what you do.

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