Word SURPRISED: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

surprised

🇺🇸 [sərˈpraɪzd]

Meanings

Feeling or showing shock, astonishment, or amazement, often in response to something unexpected. A person who is surprised experiences a strong emotional reaction due to an unforeseen event or situation.

Examples

• She was surprised by the sudden announcement of her promotion.
• He looked genuinely surprised when they threw him a surprise party.
• I was surprised to see her at the event since she had said she couldn't attend.

Synonyms

astonished • amazed • shocked

Antonyms

unmoved • calm • predictable