surprising
adjectiveHow many syllables in surprising?
There are 3 syllables in the word surprising.Divide surprising into syllables:
sur · pris · ing
How to pronounce surprising:
Definition of surprising:
- surprising (adjective):
- of a nature that excites surprise
- causing surprise or wonder or amazement.
Synonyms for surprising:
breathtakingstaggeringastonishingmarvellousshockingstupefyingmiraculousincrediblestunningwonderfulShow 10 more
Antonyms for surprising:
unsurprisingunoriginalunderstandableobviouslogicalplausiblenormalprobableapparenthackneyedShow 15 more
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