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surprise Definition and Meaning in English (surprise definition)

noun
Synonyms:astonishmentamazementwonder
Quick Answer • Definition

Surprise definition: A feeling caused by something unexpected or unusual.

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Definitions of Surprise

  1. 1noun

    A feeling caused by something unexpected or unusual.

  2. 2verb

    To cause someone to feel astonishment or wonder.

Example Sentences

casual

“Her sudden arrival was a complete surprise.”

casual

“The news surprised everyone.”

casual

“He planned a surprise party for his wife.”

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Inflected Word Forms

agent nounsurpriser
adjectivesurprising
adjectivesurprised
adverbsurprisingly

Phrases & Idiomatic Expressions

take by surpriseexpression

To catch someone unprepared or unaware.

surprise attackcollocation

An unexpected assault or offensive.

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Surprise definition: A feeling caused by something unexpected or unusual.
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'Surprise' translates to 'surprise' in English. Surprise definition: A feeling caused by something unexpected or unusual.
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