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consternation
con·ster·na·tion [ kònstər náysh'n ]


noun 
Definition:
 
shocked dismay: a feeling of alarm, confusion, or dismay, often caused by something unexpected
The news caused worldwide consternation and a panic on the stock exchange.
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