surprise

A feeling of astonishment or unexpectedness caused by something unforeseen.

Etymology

From French surprendre “to surprise, catch unawares,” from sur- “over, upon” + prendre “to take”; the noun developed from the feminine past participle surprise.

Collocations

An unexpected event, action, or gift, often intended to please someone.

Etymology

From French surprendre “to surprise, catch unawares,” from sur- “over, upon” + prendre “to take”; the noun developed from the feminine past participle surprise.

Collocations

The act or effect of catching someone unprepared or unawares.

Etymology

From French surprendre “to surprise, catch unawares,” from sur- “over, upon” + prendre “to take”; the noun developed from the feminine past participle surprise.

Collocations

Feminine form of “surpris”: astonished or caught off guard.

Etymology

Feminine past participle of surprendre “to surprise, catch unawares.”

Collocations