Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
unexpected change
noun
/ˌʌnɪkˈspɛktɪd tʃeɪndʒ/

Definition
A sudden alteration or shift that is not anticipated or foreseen.

Examples
- When the company’s leadership underwent an unexpected change, many employees felt uncertain about their future.
- The sudden weather shift was an unexpected change that disrupted many travel plans.

Meaning
Unexpected change refers to a modification in circumstances or conditions that occurs without prior warning, often leading to surprise or confusion.

Synonyms
- surprise modification
- sudden shift
- unforeseen alteration