surprised
/sərˈpraɪzd/
adjective
- Feeling or showing shock or wonder because of something unexpected.
- He had a surprised look on his face when he heard the news.
- They were surprised by how quickly the project was finished.
- She was surprised to find a gift on her desk.
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verb
- To cause someone to feel shock or wonder by doing something unexpected.
- The sudden storm surprised the hikers on the trail.
- The magician's trick surprised everyone in the audience.
- My friends surprised me with a birthday party.
- To attack or capture someone suddenly and without warning.
- The soldiers surprised the enemy camp at dawn.
- A cat can surprise a bird by moving very quietly.
- The security guard surprised the thief in the hallway.