surprisingly — In a way that causes surprise; unexpectedly or to an unexpected degree.
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: In a way that causes surprise; unexpectedly or to an unexpected degree.
Pronunciation (IPA): /sərˈpraɪzɪŋli/
Example Sentences
- Surprisingly, my cat learned to open doors by watching YouTube videos.
- The homework was surprisingly manageable this week.
- Surprisingly, the pizza delivery guy turned out to be my high school teacher.
surprisingly
ADVERB[/sərˈpraɪzɪŋli/]
In a way that causes surprise; unexpectedly or to an unexpected degree.
In a way that causes surprise; unexpectedly or to an unexpected degree.
Surprisingly, you can always rely on him to supply magic!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'surprendre' meaning 'to overtake or seize unexpectedly,' which combines 'sur-' (over) and 'prendre' (to take). The English word developed through the noun 'surprise' plus the adverb-forming suffix '-ly.'
Breakdown
sur- (over/upon) + prise (taken, from French 'prendre') + -ing (present participle) + -ly (adverb suffix)
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“Surprisingly, my cat learned to open doors by watching YouTube videos.”
“The homework was surprisingly manageable this week.”
“Surprisingly, the pizza delivery guy turned out to be my high school teacher.”
“The weather was surprisingly warm for December.”
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