consternation

con·ster·na·tion

Use consternation in a sentence

This dog could give you a feeling of consternation.

noun

The definition of consternation means fear that makes you feel helpless.

An example of consternation is what your neighbors might have if you get several large barking dogs.

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consternation

a feeling of confusion, helplessness, shock, or dismay

Origin of consternation

Classical Latin consternatio from consternare, to terrify from com-, intensive + base akin to Classical Latin sternax, headstrong, restive from Indo-European base an unverified form ster-, rigid, stiff from source stare, strenuous

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consternation

noun

A state of great alarm, agitation, or dismay.

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