improv

adjective

im·​prov ˈim-ˌpräv 

: of, relating to, or being improvisation and especially an improvised comedy routine

improv noun

Examples of improv in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The film, eyeing a fall start, is Birbiglia’s first in a decade — coming on the heels of the ensemble improv troupe comedy Don’t Think Twice and his IFC Sundance prize-winner Sleepwalk with Me. — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 10 Sep. 2026

He’d been involved in local theater, improv classes, and commercial spots. — Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 9 Sep. 2026

Since then, there have been several groups and performers who’ve brought improv comedy to Bay Area stages, along with the annual SF Sketchfest, one of the biggest events of its kind in the country. — Randy McMullen, Mercury News, 3 Sep. 2026

His teacher advised him to check out the renowned improv troupe Second City. — Deputy Entertainment, Los Angeles Times, 25 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

short for improvisation

First Known Use

1978, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for improv

• mauve
• salve
• sauve
• slav
• suave