surprisingly

/səpɹˈa‍ɪzɪŋli/

/səˈpɹaɪzɪŋɫi/, /sɝˈpɹaɪzɪŋɫi/

surprisingly

étonnamment

in a way that is unexpected and causes surprise

Synonymes : amazingly

contre toute attente

in a way that causes surprise or amazement

Exemples

1. Surprisingly, the little café had the best coffee in town.

2. The little café had, surprisingly, the best coffee in town.

3. Surprisingly I discovered water chestnuts at the local market.

4. Surprisingly, the quiet neighborhood came alive with vibrant festivities during the annual festival.