surprisingly-directed
|sur-pris-ing-ly-di-rect-ed|
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/sərˈpraɪzɪŋli dɪˈrɛktɪd/
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/səˈpraɪzɪŋli dɪˈrɛktɪd/
(surprise)
unexpected astonishment
Etymology
Etymology Information
'surprise' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'surprendre,' where 'sur-' meant 'over' and 'prendre' meant 'to take.'
Historical Evolution
'surprendre' transformed into the Middle English word 'surprisen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'surprise.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to take over or capture,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to astonish or amaze.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
directed in a manner that is unexpected or not anticipated.
The movie took a surprisingly-directed turn in the final act.
Synonyms
unexpectedly-guidedunforeseen-directed
Antonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/03 23:11