supprise

/səˈpraɪz/

Definitions

1. noun

an unexpected event or discovery

“She felt a surprise when she opened the gift to find her favorite book.”

2. verb

to take someone or something by surprise, especially in a pleasant way

“The party was a surprise for her birthday.”

3. verb

to be or become surprising

“The news was a surprise to everyone in the town.”

4. noun

a person or thing that surprises

“He was a surprise guest at the wedding.”

Synonyms

  • amaze
  • astonishment
  • unexpectedness

Antonyms

  • anticipation
  • predictability