surprisingly-increased
|sur-pris-ing-ly-in-creased|
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/sərˈpraɪzɪŋli ɪnˈkriːst/
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/səˈpraɪzɪŋli ɪnˈkriːst/
(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 cause wonder or astonishment.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having grown or risen in a way that is unexpected or not anticipated.
The company's profits were surprisingly-increased this quarter.
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Last updated: 2025/06/24 13:23