Antonyms for unexpected

Grammar : Adj

Spell : uhn-ik-spek-tid

Phonetic Transcription : ˌʌn ɪkˈspɛk tɪd

Definition of unexpected

Origin : 1580s, from un- (1) "not" + past participle of expect. Related: Unexpectedly.

adj surprising

Example sentences :

I might have paid them at the time, but it was all so unexpected and so sudden,—it rattled me, quite.
Extract from : « The Spenders » by Harry Leon Wilson

This unexpected opposition excited the fierce resentment of the captain.
Extract from : « Brave and Bold » by Horatio Alger

No one was more surprised than Robert at the unexpected inheritance.
Extract from : « Brave and Bold » by Horatio Alger

It is curious to note the extent to which the unexpected has come about.
Extract from : « 'Tis Sixty Years Since » by Charles Francis Adams

Sallie Calkins was somewhat flurried by this unexpected call.
Extract from : « Ester Ried Yet Speaking » by Isabella Alden

He found himself wholly at a loss before the woman's unexpected reply.
Extract from : « Within the Law » by Marvin Dana

His dismissal from the staff was a wise move, tempered by unexpected clemency.
Extract from : « Thoroughbreds » by W. A. Fraser

An unexpected event finished the work of forming her character.
Extract from : « The Dream » by Emile Zola

The demand was so sudden and unexpected that it found them poorly prepared to meet it.
Extract from : « Flying Machines » by W.J. Jackman and Thos. H. Russell

"I'm beginning to think so," she replied with unexpected humility.
Extract from : « The Leopard Woman » by Stewart Edward White

Synonyms for unexpected

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