Surprisingly Definition & Meaning
surprisingly
- adverb
- in a surprising manner; "he was surprisingly friendly"
- in an amazing manner; to everyone's surprise; "amazingly, he finished medical school in three years"
Words that rhyme with surprisingly
Usage tips for "surprisingly"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "surprisingly" 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 surprisingly to find words that pair well.