How to Use "Surprised" with Example Sentences

surprised (adj): feeling amazed or shocked unexpectedly

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Used with adverbs:

"She was very surprised by his behavior."
(very, completely, extremely, really, greatly)

"She was a little surprised by the cost of the handbag."
( a little, slightly)

"He was genuinely surprised by the generous gift."
(genuinely, truly)

"She was clearly surprised by her boyfriend's proposal."
(clearly, obviously)

"She looked pleasantly surprised to see her old friend."
(pleasantly)

Used with verbs:

"He is surprised to be chosen as this year's winner."
(be: is/am/are, appears, looks, seems)

"She looks surprised to see him."
(looks, sounds)

Used with prepositions:

"She was surprised by her friend's attitude."
(by, with)

"He seems surprised at the decision."
(at)