Definition

Not feeling surprise; having expected something to happen.

Example

She was unsurprised by the news of his resignation.

Conversation

Did you hear about the surprise party they planned for Mike?

Yeah, I heard! I’m unsurprised he didn’t see it coming.

Right? He always seems to miss those hints we drop.

Exactly! I’m sure he’ll be really happy when he finds out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unsurprised → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "surprised" (from Old French *surprendre*, meaning to seize or take by surprise). The word "unsurprised" means not taken by surprise or not caught off guard.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being added to 'taken by surprise' ('surprised') — that's why unsurprised means not being surprised.

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