dismay

Definitions

Consternation and distress, typically that caused by something unexpected.

To cause someone to feel consternation and distress.

Examples

To her great dismay, the flight was cancelled at the last minute.

The team watched in dismay as their lead evaporated in the final seconds of the game.

He looked at the messy kitchen with utter dismay, wondering where to begin cleaning.

Synonyms

alarm consternation dread apprehension disquiet trepidation shock

Antonyms

confidence assurance composure delight encouragement satisfaction calm