C2nounformalemotions
US/ˌkɑːn.stərˈneɪ.ʃən/
UK/ˌkɒn.stəˈneɪ.ʃən/
a feeling of worry, shock or confusion, often caused by something unexpected
In context
To the consternation of his parents, he quit university to become a rapper.
The sudden price increase caused consternation among small business owners.
There was consternation in the room when the manager announced job cuts.
Words that go with consternation
verb + noun
- cause consternationThe referee's decision caused consternation among the fans.
noun + preposition
- consternation amongThe news created consternation among investors.
- consternation ofMuch to the consternation of local residents, the park will become a car park.
- consternation overTeachers expressed consternation over the new exam rules.
adjective + noun
- much consternationThere was much consternation when the flight was cancelled at the last minute.
- great consternationTo our great consternation, the bridge had been washed away.