Surprisingly
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /səˈpɹaɪzɪŋli/ · Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Surprisingly is an adverb meaning In a way that causes surprise because it is unexpected, or unusual.
Meaning
In a way that causes surprise because it is unexpected, or unusual.
Example Sentences
Near-synonyms: unexpectedly, unusually
Chema'd, surprisingly, paid for everything.
The house was surprisingly small for such a numerous family.
Not surprisingly, the electrician didn't come at the time he had said.
Synonyms for surprisingly
Depending on context, synonyms include unexpectedly, unusually, astonishingly, amazingly.
Antonyms for surprisingly
Common opposites include unsurprisingly, predictably.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include astonishingly, amazingly, surprise, shockingly, interestingly, bizarrely.
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