No. 9,176 in French
consternant
Distressing or dismaying.
In a sentence
La situation politique est consternante pour de nombreux citoyens.
The political situation is disconcerting for many citizens.
Here 'consternante' conveys the feelings of distress and disappointment caused by the political situation.
C'est consternant de voir tant d'insouciance face à des problèmes graves.
It's disconcerting to see such carelessness in the face of serious issues.
The word 'consternant' illustrates the troubling nature of witnessing carelessness under serious circumstances.
Son attitude envers ses collègues est consternante et inacceptable.
His attitude towards his colleagues is disconcerting and unacceptable.
In this sentence, 'consternant' emphasizes the unsettling and inappropriate character of his attitude.
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