consternate
pronunciation
How to pronounce consternate in British English: UK ['kɒnstɜ:neɪt]
How to pronounce consternate in American English: US ['kɒnstəˌneɪt]
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- Verb:
- fill with anxiety, dread, dismay, or confusion
Word Origin
- consternate (v.)
- 1650s, from Latin consternatus, past participle of consternare (see consternation).