surprisal
An information measure as equal in bits to the base-2 log of 1 over the probability,…An information measure as equal in bits (binary digits) to the base-2 log of 1 over the probability, with the result that the number of choices equals 2ⁿ where n is the number of bits.
Meaning
5 senses(countable, uncountable)An information measure as equal in bits (binary digits) to the base-2 log of 1 over the probability, with the result that the number of choices equals 2ⁿ where n is the number of bits.
(countable, obsolete, uncountable)A surprise attack or ambush; a sudden or unexpected assault.
(countable, obsolete, uncountable)A sudden coming-upon someone or something unexpectedly or unawares.
(countable, obsolete, uncountable)A surprising event or occurrence.
the act of surprising someone
(countable, obsolete, uncountable)The feeling caused by being surprised; surprise, shock, amazement.
Forms
plural: surprisals| Singular | surprisal |
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Synonyms
2 synonyms- the act of surprising someone:surprise
Word family
1 related wordsLessons for this word
1 lessons- A1Countable and uncountable nouns — Because it can be uncountable