Word UNEXPECTED: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

unexpected

🇺🇸 [ˌʌnɪkˈspɛktɪd]

Meanings

Something that occurs without warning or is not anticipated. An unexpected event can be surprising, either in a positive or negative way. It often causes a shift in plans or perceptions and may require quick adaptation.

Examples

• The unexpected rainstorm ruined our picnic.
• There was an unexpected visitor at the door last night.
• The news came as an unexpected shock to the entire community.

Synonyms

surprising • unforeseen • astonishing

Antonyms

expected • predicted • anticipated