B1adverbemotions
US/sərˈpraɪ.zɪŋ.li/
UK/səˈpraɪ.zɪŋ.li/
in a way that is unexpected; also used to show that a fact is surprising
In context
The test was surprisingly easy, so everyone finished early.
Surprisingly, the cheapest phone had the best camera.
Not surprisingly, prices went up after the storm.
Words that go with surprisingly
adverb + adjective
- surprisingly goodThe hotel food was surprisingly good.
- surprisingly highThe rent was surprisingly high for such a small room.
- surprisingly littleSurprisingly little is known about the disease.
- surprisingly easySetting up the app was surprisingly easy.
- surprisingly popularThe old-style café is surprisingly popular with teenagers.