# constellation vs consternation

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### constellation
*noun · IPA /ˌkɒn.stəˈleɪ.ʃən/ · frequency rank #17,805*
An arbitrary formation of stars perceived as a figure (especially one from mythology) or pattern, or a division of the sky including it, especially one officially recognized by astronomers; an asterism.

### consternation
*noun · IPA /ˌkɒn.stəˈneɪ.ʃən/ · frequency rank #36,502*
Amazement or horror that confounds the faculties, and incapacitates for reflection; terror, combined with amazement; dismay.

## Source
Compiled from Wiktionary via kaikki.org (CC BY-SA). Data vintage: 2026-09-03.
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