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How do you spell Consternation?

Correct spelling

consternation

Remember: conSTERNation - stern alarm that freezes you with shock

Why is consternation spelled this way?

From Latin consternatio, alarm. Consternation is dismay that paralyzes — shock so complete it freezes the mind.

Common misspellings of consternation

consternationconstarnationconsternashunconsternatoin

Example

The sudden announcement of layoffs caused widespread consternation among the employees.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell consternation?+
The correct spelling is "consternation". Remember: conSTERNation - stern alarm that freezes you with shock
Is it consternation or consternation?+
The correct spelling is "consternation", not "consternation".

Other commonly misspelled words

malfunction →malicious →malignant →malleable →

More spelling guides

obsolete →obstinate →occasion →occasional →

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