unexpectedly — in a way that is not expected or anticipated; suddenly and without warning
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: in a way that is not expected or anticipated; suddenly and without warning
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌʌnɪkˈspektɪdli/
Example Sentences
- My cat unexpectedly brought me a live mouse as a birthday present.
- The weather changed unexpectedly, turning our beach day into a mud wrestling competition.
- She unexpectedly received a job offer from her dream company.
unexpectedly
ADVERB[/ˌʌnɪkˈspektɪdli/]
in a way that is not expected or anticipated; suddenly and without warning
The quiet librarian unexpectedly burst into song during closing time.
Bowed respectfully, certificate flew unexpectedly, but the moment was perfectly timed!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From the prefix 'un-' (meaning not) combined with 'expect' which comes from Latin 'expectare' (to await or look out for), plus the adverbial suffix '-edly' which converts adjectives to adverbs.
Breakdown
un- (not) + expect (from Latin expectare, to await) + -ed (adjective suffix) + -ly (adverb suffix) = unexpectedly
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📝Examples
“My cat unexpectedly brought me a live mouse as a birthday present.”
“The weather changed unexpectedly, turning our beach day into a mud wrestling competition.”
“She unexpectedly received a job offer from her dream company.”
“The elevator stopped unexpectedly between floors, trapping us for two hours.”
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