surprisingly

• Adverb, das ausdrückt, dass etwas unerwartet ist oder Überraschung hervorruft. Es modifiziert oft den ganzen Satz oder eine Teilsatz und zeigt an, dass die folgende Information den Erwartungen widerspricht.

An adverb used to express that something is unexpected or causes surprise. It often modifies a whole clause or sentence, indicating that the information that follows is contrary to what one might assume.

1. In a surprising mannerB1formal

   In a way that causes surprise or is unexpected.

   Überraschenderweise

   • Surprisingly, the small team won the championship.
   • She spoke surprisingly well for her age.
   • The test was surprisingly easy.

   Synonymeamazinglyastonishinglystartlinglystunninglyunexpectedly

   Antonymepredictably

2. In an amazing mannerB1formal

   In a way that is remarkable or causes wonder; to everyone's surprise.

   Überraschenderweise

   • Surprisingly, the old car still runs perfectly.
   • He finished the marathon surprisingly fast.
   • The weather was surprisingly warm for December.

   Synonymeamazinglyastonishinglyextraordinarilyincrediblyremarkablystartlinglyunexpectedly

   Antonymepredictably