Definition

A person who causes someone to feel surprised or astonished.

Example

The magician was a great surpriser, always leaving the audience in awe.

Conversation

Did you hear about Sam's birthday party?

Yeah! I heard it was quite the surpriser.

I didn't expect him to invite so many people.

Right? It definitely took everyone by surprise!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Surpriser → It is formed from 'surprise' (from Old French *surprendre*, meaning to take over or seize) and '-er' (meaning a person who). A surpriser is a person who takes someone by surprise or catches them off guard.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'takes over' ('surprendre') unexpectedly — that's why a surpriser is someone who catches you by surprise.

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