unscripted

adjective

un·​script·​ed ˌən-ˈskrip-təd 

: not following a prepared script

a completely unscripted reaction

Examples of unscripted in a Sentence

Her reaction was completely unscripted.

Recent Examples on the Web

And, for audiences who still need a fix of their favorite unscripted talent between seasons of their marquee shows, individual stars are being dispatched to other franchises. — Mia Galuppo, HollywoodReporter, 12 Aug. 2026

For digital creators like Piker whose careers are built on hours of unscripted broadcasts, an archive stretching back years can provide campaigns with a nearly endless supply of material to repackage into attack ads and viral moments. — Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 7 Aug. 2026

The deal comes as Netflix is entering a new phase with unscripted television following the departure of Jeff Gaspin, who ran the division as VP, Unscripted Series. — Peter White, Deadline, 30 July 2026

On the unscripted side, Gold House has a digital series set to begin filming in New York City later this year. — Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 27 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1950, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for unscripted

• conscripted
• encrypted
• scripted