Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Not experiencing or showing surprise: The state of having expected something to happen or being familiar with a situation, so that its occurrence does not cause a reaction of astonishment, wonder, or disbelief.

Usage

• The adjective "not surprised" describes a person's emotional state or outward expression when they encounter an expected or predictable event.
• It is commonly used to state that a reaction is absent because the situation was anticipated.
• It often precedes a clause beginning with "that" or "to hear/see/find" to explain the reason for the lack of surprise.

Examples

• Adjective:
  • I was not surprised when it started to rain; the sky had been dark all morning.
  • She was not surprised to find the door unlocked, as her brother often forgot his keys.
  • He gave a not surprised nod when they announced the results, having predicted the outcome.

Advanced Usage

• "It comes as no surprise that...": A formal or idiomatic phrase with a similar meaning, used to introduce a fact that was expected.
  • Given his hard work, it comes as no surprise that he was promoted.
• "Unfazed": While not a direct synonym, this adjective describes being not surprised or disturbed by something shocking or unexpected, emphasizing calmness.
  • She was completely unfazed by the sudden noise and continued working.

Variants and Related Words

• Unsurprised (adj): A single-word synonym for "not surprised."
  • He listened to the news with an unsurprised expression.
• Expectant (adj): Suggesting that something is about to happen, which can lead to a state of being "not surprised" when it does.
  • The team waited in expectant silence for the verdict.

Synonyms

• Unastonished: Not filled with sudden wonder or amazement.
• Unamazed: Not struck with overwhelming wonder.
• Anticipating: Expecting or predicting, which is the cause of being "not surprised."

Related Phrases

• Saw it coming: An informal idiom meaning to have anticipated an event.
  • Everyone saw the company's failure coming; they were not surprised at all.
• It figures: An informal expression used to say something is expected or typical.
  • He's late again? It figures. I'm not surprised.

Adjective

1. not surprised or expressing surprise
   • that unsuprised obstinate look on his face