Word parts un- + expected Pronunciation (US) IPA (key): /ʌnɪkˈspɛktɪd/ Audio (US)(file) Adjective Positive unexpected Comparative more unexpected Superlative most unexpected When something is unexpected, it is not expected. It was not thought that it would happen. Antonym: expected Lisa's surprise visit was unexpected and I was not prepared for it.Wikiwand - on Seamless Wikipedia browsing. On steroids.Remove ads