John Adams (1735-1826) was elected president in 1796 and took office (became president) on March 4, 1797. He served only a single term as President, and was succeeded by Thomas Jefferson on March 4, 1801. Adams had been Vice President for two terms under George Washington, from 1789 to 1797.
Hibernation definition, Zoology. to spend the winter in close quarters in a dormant condition, as bears and certain other animals. See more.
Consternation is a noun that can stop you in your tracks because it means a sudden, alarming amazement or dread that results in utter confusion; dismay.. If you have a sense of consternation you have become afraid, disoriented, or completely befuddled. It comes from the Latin roots con- and -sternare, which means spread out.. Picture all of your thoughts strewn about, nothing makes sense and you might experience a state of consternation.