surprisingly

Adverb

In a way that causes surprise because it is unexpected, or unusual.

Japanese Meaning

予想外に / 驚くほど / 意外に

The small town, which had been quiet for years, became surprisingly lively during the summer festival.

何年も静かだったその小さな町は、夏祭りの間に意外にも活気づいた。

Sense（1）

In a way that causes surprise because it is unexpected, or unusual.

The house was surprisingly small for such a numerous family.

more surprisingly

（ comparative ）

most surprisingly

（ superlative ）