to cause someone to feel astonishment or shock by doing something unexpected or by presenting something unexpected
The news surprised everyone.
It doesn't surprise me that their parents don't want them to get married.
It will not surprise anyone to learn that the offer has been rejected.
She organized a surprise birthday party to celebrate her friend's special day.
The unexpected promotion came as a pleasant surprise to the dedicated employee.
The plot twist in the novel was designed to provide readers with a shocking surprise.
His genuine smile conveyed the joy of receiving a surprise gift from a loved one.
