surprise Synonyms

surprise Meaning

Wordnet

surprise (n)

the astonishment you feel when something totally unexpected happens to you

a sudden unexpected event

the act of surprising someone

Wordnet

surprise (v)

cause to be surprised

come upon or take unawares

attack by storm; attack suddenly

surprise Sentence Examples

  1. To our surprise, the package arrived much sooner than expected.
  2. The sudden thunderstorm caught us by surprise, leaving us drenched.
  3. The news of her pregnancy came as a joyful surprise to the family.
  4. We were surprised to find out that the painting was an original artwork.
  5. The unexpected phone call from an old friend was a pleasant surprise.
  6. The student's insightful answer surprised the teacher.
  7. The outcome of the job interview came as both a surprise and a disappointment.
  8. A sudden encounter with a celebrity on the street surprised and delighted her.
  9. The surprise party was an amazing event, filled with laughter and joy.
  10. The discovery of a hidden treasure in the attic was a thrilling surprise.

FAQs About the word surprise

the astonishment you feel when something totally unexpected happens to you, a sudden unexpected event, the act of surprising someone, cause to be surprised, com

shock,revelation, stunner, wonder, amazement, marvel, bombshell, bolt out of the blue, shocker, bolt from the blue

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To our surprise, the package arrived much sooner than expected.

The sudden thunderstorm caught us by surprise, leaving us drenched.

The news of her pregnancy came as a joyful surprise to the family.

We were surprised to find out that the painting was an original artwork.