Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for Surprise
surprise, n. [see surprise, v.]
- Secret sudden joy; unexpected revelation, such as the delivery of a gift.
- Unexpected answer, result, or consequence.
- Confusion; bewilderment; disbelief; astonishment.
- Emotion of excitement caused by something sudden or unexpected.
- Phrase. “Take by surprise”: catch off guard.
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