EXTEMPORIZATION Synonyms: 13 Similar and Opposite Words

extemporization

noun

ik-ˌstem-pə-rə-ˈzā-shən

Definition of extemporization

as in improvisation

something that is performed, made, or done without preparation a guitar extemporization

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improvisation

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Trailblazers should not resist structure simply because improvisation worked in the beginning.

— Kevin Brady, Forbes.com, 22 Sep. 2026
What follows is 90 minutes of comedy, chaos and quick-thinking improvisation while the four sober actors fight to keep the script on track.

— Todd Spangler, Variety, 18 Sep. 2026

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