surprise

US /sɚˈpraɪz/
UK /sɚˈpraɪz/
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1.

an unexpected or astonishing event, fact, or thing

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Her sudden arrival was a complete surprise.
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The party was a wonderful surprise for him.
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astonishmentamazementwondershockrevelation
2.

the feeling caused by something unexpected or astonishing

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He looked at her with surprise.
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To my great surprise, she agreed.
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astonishmentamazementwondershock
1.

cause (someone) to feel mild astonishment or shock

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The news didn't surprise me at all.
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It would not surprise me if he resigned.
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astonishamazeastoundstartleshock
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surprisedsurprising