A1 — Beginneradjective
sorpreso
surprised
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
stupitomeravigliatosbalorditosbigottitoincredulo
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
indifferenteannoiatoaspettatopreparatoprevisto
Usage note
'Sorpreso' is surprised. 'Stupito' is astonished. 'Sbalordito' is astounded/dumbfounded. 'Sbigottito' is bewildered. 'Incredulo' is incredulous (can't believe it).
Example
"Erano sorpresi di trovare la porta aperta."
"They were surprised to find the door open."
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