consternation
US /ˌkɑːn.stɚˈneɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌkɒn.stəˈneɪ.ʃən/
名词
惊愕, 惊惶失措
a feeling of anxiety, dismay, or confusion, typically at something unexpected
示例:
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To her consternation, her car wouldn't start.
令她惊愕的是，她的车发动不起来。
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The announcement caused consternation among the employees.
该公告在员工中引起了惊慌。