The Only Use of
consternation
in
The Importance of Being Earnest
- Lady Bracknell. [In a severe, judicial voice.] Prism! [Miss Prism bows her head in shame.] Come here, Prism! [Miss Prism approaches in a humble manner.] Prism! Where is that baby? [General consternation...]†
Act 3
Definition:
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(consternation) dismay (unhappiness, worry, and often confusion) -- typically over something unexpected