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What is another word for not surprised?

Here are some words that mean "not surprised", depending on the nuance you want to convey:

Neutral:

* Unsurprised

* Expected

* Anticipated

* Unfazed

* Indifferent (implies a lack of interest rather than just surprise)

Positive:

* Relieved (implies the event was potentially negative)

* Confident (implies the event was expected and desirable)

* Prepared (implies a readiness for the event)

Negative:

* Disappointed (implies the event was not what you hoped for)

* Bored (implies the event was predictable and uninteresting)

* Cynical (implies a belief that the event was inevitable and likely negative)

The best word to use will depend on the specific context and the emotion you want to express.

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