Basic Details
Word: Surprised
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Feeling or showing unexpected amazement or shock.
Synonyms: Astonished, amazed, shocked
Antonyms: Unmoved, expected, unsurprised
Idioms and Phrases
- Take by surprise: To do something unexpected that catches someone off guard. Example: "The birthday party took her by surprise, and she was overjoyed."
- Left speechless: Being so surprised that you cannot find words to say anything. Example: "When he won the award, he was left speechless and couldn't thank everyone."
Usage Examples
Example 1: I was surprised to see my friend at the concert because I thought she was out of town.
Example 2: They were surprised when they found out they had won the game after being behind.
Example 3: The teacher was surprised by the creativity in the students art projects.
Fun Fact
The word "surprise" comes from the Latin word "surprendere," which means "to seize or take over." It reflects the suddenness of the feeling when something unexpected occurs.
Famous Quote
"The greatest surprise is that we can be surprised at all." John Banville
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "surprised" mean?
a) Feeling tired
b) Feeling expected
c) Feeling unexpected amazement
d) Feeling angry
Answer: c) Feeling unexpected amazement
2. Which of these is a synonym of "surprised"?
a) Confused
b) Astonished
c) Bored
d) Happy
Answer: b) Astonished
3. Which of the following is an antonym of "surprised"?
a) Shocked
b) Expected
c) Amazed
d) Excited
Answer: b) Expected
4. Which sentence uses "surprised" correctly?
a) She was surprised to find an unexpected letter in her mailbox.
b) He was surprised after finishing his homework.
c) They were surprised when they knew their test results early.
d) The puppy was surprised to sleep all night.
Answer: a) She was surprised to find an unexpected letter in her mailbox.
5. Which idiom means to catch someone off guard?
a) Left speechless
b) Take by surprise
c) Take a break
d) Steal the show
Answer: b) Take by surprise
