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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

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."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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