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improvisation

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of improvisation

something that is performed, made, or done without preparation

  • that comedy skit was a totally unrehearsed improvisation
Synonyms of improvisation

ad-lib, extemporization, impromptu, improv
Words Related to improvisation

concoction, contrivance, creation, innovation, invention, wrinkle
Near Antonyms of improvisation

bit, drill, routine

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