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    Consternation (en. Consternation)

    /kɔ̃.stɛʁ.na.sjɔ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A state of worry resulting from an unpleasant surprise.
    The news of his departure caused great consternation among his colleagues.
    La nouvelle de son départ a provoqué une grande consternation parmi ses collègues.
    A feeling of disarray or anguish in the face of an unforeseen event.
    The announcement of the company's bankruptcy caused real consternation among the employees.
    L'annonce de la faillite de l'entreprise a causé une véritable consternation chez les employés.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'consternatio', which means 'dejection' or 'dismay'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be in consternation
    To be in a state of great worry or disarray.
    être en consternation
    general consternation
    The state of worry shared by a large number of people.
    la consternation générale

    Related Words

    consternated
    Someone who experiences consternation.
    consterné
    disconcerting
    Something that provokes consternation.
    consternant
    to disconcert
    To cause consternation to someone.
    consterner

    Slang Meanings

    To be annoyed
    When I heard the news, I was really annoyed.
    Quand j'ai appris la nouvelle, je me suis vraiment emmerdé.
    To be shocked
    I was completely shocked by what happened.
    J'étais complètement choqué par ce qui s'est passé.