Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

surprise-guest

Noun

/sərˈpraɪz ˈɡɛst/

Definition

A person who attends an event or gathering unexpectedly or without prior announcement.

Examples

We were thrilled when a surprise guest showed up at our wedding.
The birthday party was made even more special with the arrival of a surprise guest.
He was a surprise guest on the talk show, and everyone loved it.

Meaning

The term ‘surprise-guest’ refers to an individual invited to a gathering as a surprise for the host or other attendees, creating an element of excitement and spontaneity.