English · Emotions & Feelings
surprised
/səˈpraɪzd/
[/səˈpraɪzd/]
caught unaware
Beginneradjective
Definition
Feeling mild shock or wonder because something unexpected has happened.
Example
He was pleasantly surprised to find all his old friends waiting at the front door.
He was pleasantly surprised to find all his old friends waiting at the front door.
Etymology
From Old French 'surprendre' (to overtake), from Latin 'super' and 'prehendere'.
How & Where It’s Used
A very common feeling word for reactions to the unexpected.