GRE Word List

CONSTERNATION

amazement or dismay that hinders or throws into confusion

The meaning of the word consternation is amazement or dismay that hinders or throws into confusion.

Random words

WordMeaning
supplecompliant often to the point of obsequiousness
basethe bottom of something considered as its support : foundation
brandishto shake or wave (something, such as a weapon) menacingly
anarchista person who rebels against any authority, established order, or ruling power
defectionconscious abandonment of allegiance or duty (as to a person, cause, or doctrine) : desertion
boostto push or shove up from below
blighta disease or injury of plants marked by the formation of lesions, withering, and death of parts (such as leaves and tubers)
devoutcommitted or devoted to religion or to religious duties or exercises
metaphysicalof or relating to metaphysics
incisiveimpressively direct and decisive (as in manner or presentation)