Meaning Of The Word Dismay

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dismay
uncountable noun: Dismay is a strong feeling of fear, worry, or sadness that is caused by something unpleasant and unexpected.

dismay in American English
a loss of courage or confidence at the prospect of trouble or danger; consternation
to make afraid or discouraged at the prospect of trouble or danger; fill with apprehension or alarm; daunt
noun: sudden or complete loss of courage; utter disheartenment
transitive verb: to break down the courage of completely, as by sudden danger or trouble; dishearten thoroughly; daunt

dismay in British English
to fill with apprehension or alarm
noun: consternation or agitation

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