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surprised

adj.
US //səˈpɹaɪzd// UK //səpɹˈaɪzd// sur·prised
  1. 1 feeling surprise (adj.)
    A2 Elementary

    feeling or showing shock because something unexpected happened.

    experiencing or manifesting an emotional response to an unforeseen event or circumstance.

    Example

    I was surprised to see my old friend at the party last night.

    Example

    The researchers were surprised by the results of the study, as the data contradicted their initial hypothesis.

    Usage

    Often followed by the prepositions 'by' or 'at', or by a 'to' infinitive.

    Pitfall
    I am very surprising by the news.
    I am very surprised by the news.

    Use 'surprised' to describe how a person feels. Use 'surprising' to describe the thing that causes the feeling.

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