consternation
nounDivide consternation into syllables:
con · ster · na · tion
How to pronounce consternation:
Definition of consternation:
- consternation (noun):
- a feeling of anxiety or dismay
- fear resulting from the awareness of danger.
- amazement or dismay that hinders or throws into confusion
Synonyms for consternation:
agitation
alarm
alarming
amazement
anguish
anxiety
apprehension
bewilderment
concern
concernment
confusion
desperation
discomfort
discomposure
dismay
disquiet
disquietude
distraction
distress
disturbance
dread
fear
fearfulness
fright
hand-wringing
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Antonyms for consternation:
advantage
alleviation
aplomb
assuagement
assurance
ataraxia
ataraxy
balance
beauty
belief
bliss
boldness
bravery
calm
calmness
certainty
cheer
collectedness
comfort
composure
confidence
consolation
content
contentedness
contentment
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