Consternation Definition & Meaning

consternation
noun
  1. fear resulting from the awareness of danger

"Consternation" in song lyrics

See how consternation is used in real songs:

  • "Concentration leads to consternation"
    Souls Of Mischief — That Ain't Life (Climax)
  • "acrimonious bovine conducive consternation"
    AOL — AOL
  • "acrimonious bovine consternation"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "consternation"

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