IMPROVISATION Synonyms: 13 Similar and Opposite Words

improvisation

noun

(ˌ)im-ˌprä-və-ˈzā-shən

as in impromptu

something that is performed, made, or done without preparation that comedy skit was a totally unrehearsed improvisation

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Recent Examples of improvisation Five dancers will perform the piece, including Selby, in a style that blends jazz, improvisation, contemporary and groove-based movement. —

Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 June 2026 While hurling an insult at a football player, Pearl's improvisation took a sweet turn. —

Marina Watts, Entertainment Weekly, 2 June 2026 But according to Shankman, there was less improvisation than audiences might expect. —

Lily Brown, PEOPLE, 2 June 2026 Autonomous fleets need the same clarity, delivered through systems rather than improvisation. —

David Roberts, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for improvisation

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improv

Noun

Write a script, make costumes, or just do a little improv.

— Parents, Parents, 11 June 2026
Much of that improv came from co-creator and pilot director Andy Muschietti.

— Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 6 June 2026