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consternation vs dismay

dismay vs consternation

consternation and dismay both are nouns.

consternation is not a verb while dismay is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
consternation Yes No No No
dismay Yes No Yes No
As nouns, consternation and dismay are synonyms defined as:
  • consternation and dismay: fear resulting from the awareness of danger
Other synonyms of consternation include alarm.
consternation (noun) dismay (noun)
fear resulting from the awareness of danger fear resulting from the awareness of danger
the feeling of despair in the face of obstacles
consternation (verb) dismay (verb)
fill with apprehension or alarm; cause to be unpleasantly surprised
lower someone's spirits; make downhearted
Difference between consternation and dismay

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