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surprisingly

/səˈrɪzɪŋli/ adverb · British & US
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What does surprisingly mean?

adverb

Used to express surprise or astonishment at something that is unexpected or remarkable. It is often used to introduce a statement that is contrary to what was expected.

Example

"I was surprised to see that the new policy was surprisingly popular among employees."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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