surprisedly 1. A description of something that surprises someone; such as, a completely unexpected occurrence, appearance, or statement: 'His announcement surprisedly caught people off guard.' 2. Characterized as an assault, as on an army or a fort, made without warning. 3. Relating to coming upon unexpectedly; detecting in the act; taking unawar... Found on http://www.wordinfo.info/words/index/info/view_unit/2069/13