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 Most industrial workflows were designed around human flexibility, improvisation, and self-directedness. —

Robert Ambrose, Fortune, 23 May 2026 Because while Sting didn’t radically reinvent many of these songs, the three men repeatedly extended songs through instrumental passages to go along with Sting’s free-form vocal improvisation. —

Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 19 May 2026 That the overall performances feel so naturally alive and attuned to the language of adolescents also has a lot to do with the improvisation involved in the work of the young non-actors Rivilis spotted in New Mexico. —

Lé Baltar, IndieWire, 17 May 2026 These elements, especially improvisation, can be expressed vocally too, as in scat. —

René Ostberg, Encyclopedia Britannica, 15 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for improvisation

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improv

Noun

Participate in Community Park Activities Community parks offer an endless array of free and low-cost summer camps and activities—including swimming, sports leagues, improv, arts and crafts, music, archery, tennis lessons, and nature programs.

— Robin Westen, Parents, 21 May 2026
This digital-first interview series sees comedian and creator Morgan Jay using his music and humor to guide celebrity guests through light-hearted therapy sessions — blending improv, vulnerability and live songwriting into one seamless format.

— Todd Spangler, Variety, 13 May 2026