Adjectives For Confusion

2 words in this vocabulary list

verb to disturb the composure of; unsettle

adjective causing someone to feel unsettled or confused

  • The sudden change in plans left her feeling disconcerted.
  • I was a bit disconcerted by his strange behavior at the party.
  • I was totally disconcerted when I found out I failed the test.
  • The disconcerted look on his face told me something was wrong.

verb past tense of consternate, meaning to cause someone to feel anxious or dismayed

adjective feeling anxious or dismayed

  • The news of the company's bankruptcy left the investors consternated.
  • I was completely consternated when I found out I failed the exam.
  • My parents were totally consternated when they saw my new tattoo.
  • The sudden change in leadership consternated the employees, leaving them unsure of the future.