consternation (Meaning)
consternation (n)
fear resulting from the awareness of danger
Synonyms & Antonyms of consternation
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Antonyms:
Synonyms:
- vexation
- sweat
- foreboding
- angst
- torment
- strain
- fearfulness
- edginess
- incertitude
- stress
- uncertainty
- upset
- qualm
- presentiment
- nervosity
- jumpiness
- franticness
- dread
- doubt
- apprehensiveness
- suspense
- agita
- compunction
- misgiving
- cold feet
- alarum
- anxiousness
- desperateness
- care
Antonyms:
No weak antonyms found.
consternation Sentence Examples
- The sudden announcement of layoffs caused consternation among the employees.
- Her unexpected arrival at the party created a moment of consternation for the hosts.
- The teacher's resignation was met with consternation from the school administration.
- The politician's controversial remarks sparked consternation among the public.
- The discovery of the missing artifact caused consternation among the museum staff.
- The delay in the project deadline led to consternation among the project team.
- The unexpected change in leadership filled the organization with consternation.
- The student's poor performance on the exam caused consternation among his parents.
- The sudden appearance of dark clouds brought consternation to the outdoor wedding guests.
- The company's financial losses resulted in widespread consternation among investors.
FAQs About the word consternation
fear resulting from the awareness of danger
dismay, tension, distress, unease, panic, agitation, perturbation, distraction, solicitude, uneasiness
calm, placidity, contentment, serenity, tranquillity, content, contentment, easiness, peace, quiet
The sudden announcement of layoffs caused consternation among the employees.
Her unexpected arrival at the party created a moment of consternation for the hosts.
The teacher's resignation was met with consternation from the school administration.
The politician's controversial remarks sparked consternation among the public.
