Surprised Definition & Meaning

surprised
adjective
  1. taken unawares or suddenly and feeling wonder or astonishment; "surprised by her student's ingenuity"; "surprised that he remembered my name"; "a surprised expression"

"Surprised" in song lyrics

See how surprised is used in real songs:

  • "'Cause above all I arise, so don't you be surprised"
    2 Live Crew — Feel Alright Y'all
  • "I called my wife, she was surprised"
    Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) — Train With No Love
  • "And how can anyone really be surprised?"
    Aztlan Underground — Lemon Pledge

Usage tips for "surprised"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "surprised" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for surprised to find words that pair well.

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