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surprise

/sərˈpraɪz/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does surprise mean?

noun, verb

A feeling of sudden wonder or astonishment, typically because of something unexpected. To cause someone to feel surprised.

Example

"The surprise party was a huge success, and everyone was delighted by the unexpected celebration."

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

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