Unexpected

/ˌʌnɪkˈspɛktɪd/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Not expected or regarded as likely to happen.

The unexpected rain forced us to change our outdoor plans.

Surprising or unforeseen.

She received an unexpected promotion at work.

Not anticipated or considered in advance.

We had an unexpected visitor at the party.

Occurring without warning.

The unexpected turn of events left everyone speechless.

Different from what was anticipated.

His unexpected reaction to the news caught everyone off guard.

From un- 'not' + expect + -ed indicating the past participle.

unexpected twist

A sudden and surprising change in a situation or story.

unexpected guest

A visitor who arrives without prior notice.

unexpected results

Outcomes that diverge from what was forecasted or presumed.

expect

To regard as likely to happen.

anticipate

To expect or predict.

surprise

An unexpected event causing astonishment.