Definition of Consternation. Meaning of Consternation. Synonyms of Consternation

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Definition of Consternation

Consternation
Consternation Con`ster*na"tion, n. [L. consternatio, fr. consternare to overome, perplex, an accessory form of consternere to trow down, prostrate; con + sternere to spread out, throw down: cf. F. consternation. See Stratum.] Amazement or horror that confounds the faculties, and incapacitates for reflection; terror, combined with amazement; dismay. The chiefs around, In silence wrapped, in consternation drowned. Attend the stern reply. --Pope. Syn: Alarm; fright; amazement; astonishment; surprise; panic; perturbation. See Alarm.

Meaning of Consternation from wikipedia

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- Live Consternation is the first live album and video by Swedish heavy metal band Katatonia, released in both CD and DVD format through Peaceville Records...
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- factor which may have contributed to the Democratic gains include public consternation over the launch of Sputnik and Cold War politics. Disappointment with...
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- Rome in 155 BC where his lectures on the uncertainty of justice caused consternation among leading politicians. He left no writings. Many of his opinions...
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- own Bible upon which to swear his oath of office, and there was some consternation when it turned out that no one had informed Washington to bring one...
- the British Consul at Leghorn. Lady Anne and her maidservant caused consternation by appearing in public in Edinburgh dressed as boys. Her peers and friends...