1. a feeling of anxiety or dismay, typically at something unexpected

Examples

• The sudden announcement caused consternation among the employees.
• To her consternation, the test had been moved to an earlier date.
• The parents watched in consternation as their child climbed the tall tree.
• News of the budget cuts filled the staff with consternation.
• Much to everyone’s consternation, the power went out during the presentation.
• The teacher’s consternation was evident when she discovered the missing homework.