The Only Use of "consternation" in "The Scarlet Letter"

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The Only Use

consternation
in
The Scarlet Letter
(Edited)

"They know each other well, indeed," replied Hester, with a mien of calmness, though in the utmost consternation.
p. 219.6

consternation = dismay (unhappiness and worry)

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(1) (consternation)
dismay (unhappiness, worry, and often confusion) -- typically over something unexpected
(2) (meaning too rare to warrant focus)