surpriseingly
The word "surprisingly" is an adverb used to indicate that something is unexpected or causes surprise. It functions to highlight a divergence between an anticipated outcome and the actual event or situation. For instance, if a difficult task is completed quickly, one might describe the completion as "surprisingly" fast. The word derives from the adjective "surprising," which itself comes from the verb "surprise," meaning to astonish or catch unawares.
"Surprisingly" can be employed in a variety of contexts, from everyday conversation to more formal writing.