as in impromptu
made or done without previous thought or preparation
an improvisational comedy sketch that showcased his lightning-fast wit
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Recent Examples of improvisational
Lucian’s financial provisions were sporadic, and Coverley’s life became improvisational.
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Rebecca Mead, New Yorker, 8 Sep. 2025
But the Grateful Dead were an improvisational band.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 30 Aug. 2025
Jackson, a two-time league MVP, uses his arm, legs, and improvisational ability to become arguably the most dangerous player in the NFL.
—Cecil Merkerson Iii, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Aug. 2025
That period of time culminated in the group’s debut album, out later this year, that showcases We The Band’s funky R&B stylings alongside its knack for improvisational jams.
—Lyndsey Havens, Billboard, 28 Aug. 2025
But Trump’s improvisational attempt to negotiate over both subjects at the same time, with the same groups of leaders, is wrong-headed.
—Michael McFaul, Foreign Affairs, 27 Aug. 2025
The improvisational, and semi-spiritual fêtes feel reminiscent of other jam-forward greats like Phish, Sturgill Simpson, Billy Strings and Widespread Panic.
—Audrey Gibbs, The Tennessean, 20 Aug. 2025
Wilford Brimley was totally improvisational.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 13 Aug. 2025
Rebecca Mead, New Yorker, 8 Sep. 2025
But the Grateful Dead were an improvisational band.
—Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 30 Aug. 2025
Jackson, a two-time league MVP, uses his arm, legs, and improvisational ability to become arguably the most dangerous player in the NFL.
—Cecil Merkerson Iii, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Aug. 2025
That period of time culminated in the group’s debut album, out later this year, that showcases We The Band’s funky R&B stylings alongside its knack for improvisational jams.
—Lyndsey Havens, Billboard, 28 Aug. 2025
But Trump’s improvisational attempt to negotiate over both subjects at the same time, with the same groups of leaders, is wrong-headed.
—Michael McFaul, Foreign Affairs, 27 Aug. 2025
The improvisational, and semi-spiritual fêtes feel reminiscent of other jam-forward greats like Phish, Sturgill Simpson, Billy Strings and Widespread Panic.
—Audrey Gibbs, The Tennessean, 20 Aug. 2025
Wilford Brimley was totally improvisational.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 13 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for improvisational
Adjective
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One of Mark Consuelos' medical appointments turned into an impromptu celebrity meet-and-greet — all while the Live With Kelly & Mark cohost and All My Children actor was in his underwear.—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 Sep. 2025
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What begins as a series of transactions between two consenting adults blossoms into a romance that ends with them tying the knot on an impromptu trip to Las Vegas.—
Zach Dennis,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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After Rogen gave a short and seemingly improvised speech, Bargatze returned for a brief monologue.—
Rosa Escandon,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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The improvised nature of the production was born in part out of practical necessity.—
Christopher Vourlias,
Variety,
6 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Improvisational.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/improvisational. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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