consternation

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Definitions

n.

A feeling of great shock, anxiety, or dismay that leaves one unable to think clearly.

惊愕,惶恐,惊慌失措

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
contogether, with
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sternstem
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ationact, process, state
=consternation

Common Collocations

  • 1.to consternation令人惊愕的是
  • 2.widespread consternation广泛的惊愕

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The sudden announcement caused consternation among the employees.

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