spontaneity

noun

spon·​ta·​ne·​i·​ty ˌspän-tə-ˈnē-ə-tē  -ˈnā- 

1

: the quality or state of being spontaneous

2

: voluntary or undetermined action or movement

also : its source

Synonyms

• abandon
• abandonment
• ease
• lightheartedness
• naturalness
• spontaneousness
• unconstraint
• uninhibitedness
• unrestraint

Examples of spontaneity in a Sentence

the spontaneity of their behavior

the couple sacrificed some of the spontaneity in their lives when they both got nine-to-five jobs

Recent Examples on the Web

The Harlem Wizards are a show basketball team whose performances are marked by comedy, audience participation and spontaneity. —Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2025

The Reformers: Honolulu, Hawaii These folks, often seen as perfectionists, are also known for their spontaneity and, most importantly, their helpful nature. —Ronny Maye, Essence, 21 Apr. 2025

Still, the constant on each is Cline’s singularly timeless voice, delivering music with the spontaneity of live performance. —Nancy Kruh, People.com, 12 Apr. 2025

The improvisational nature of jazz inspires me to explore spontaneity and creativity in compositions, while the structure and harmony of classical music can influence a sense of balance and aesthetics. —Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 4 Apr. 2025

Word History

Etymology

borrowed from New Latin spontāneitāt-, spontāneitās, from Late Latin spontāneus "voluntary, unconstrained, spontaneous" + Latin -itāt-, -itās -ity

First Known Use

1651, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for spontaneity

• contemporaneity
• heterogeneity
• inhomogeneity
• deity
• homogeneity
• simultaneity

Kids Definition

spontaneity

noun

spon·​ta·​ne·​ity

ˌspänt-ən-ˈē-ət-ē,

ˌspänt-ᵊn-,

-ˈā-ət-

: the quality or state of being spontaneous