Thesaurus
surprise
noun
Synonyms and Antonyms of SURPRISE
1
something that makes a strong impression because it is so unexpected <the anniversary party was such a complete surprise that the couple was speechless for a moment>
Related Words shock, thunderclap; eye-opener, revelation, shocker; amazement, marvel, wonder; fillip, kick, kicker, twist, wrinkle
Phrases bolt from the blue (also bolt out of the blue)
2
the state of being strongly impressed by something unexpected or unusual <stared in utter surprise at the deer in his cabin>
Related Words awe, wonder, wonderment; startle; bewilderment, confusion, consternation, discomfiture, dismay
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Variants of SURPRISE
surprise also surprize
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