as in impromptu
made or done without previous thought or preparation
an improvisational comedy sketch that showcased his lightning-fast wit
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of improvisational
Black Midi were known for their wild live shows, improvisational but generally aggressive riffs and devil-may-care attitude.
—
Joseph Wilkinson, New York Daily News, 12 Jan. 2026
The group’s improvisational performances, relentless touring and fiercely loyal fan base — the Deadheads — transformed live music into a cultural movement.
—Jane Tyska, Mercury News, 12 Jan. 2026
Their music — called acid rock at its inception — would pull in blues, jazz, country, folk and psychedelia in long improvisational jams at their concerts.
—Andrew Dalton, Denver Post, 11 Jan. 2026
Weir had to become the Other One and find his space in the world’s most iconic improvisational rock band.
—Jed Gottlieb, Boston Herald, 11 Jan. 2026
Bob Weir is rightly being remembered as a transformative figure whose guitar playing made an indelible contribution to the Grateful Dead, and to improvisational rock & roll at large.
—Alan Paul, Rolling Stone, 11 Jan. 2026
Their fans, known as Deadheads, would tour along from city to city and revel in the constantly changing set lists, extended soloing and improvisational jamming that gave each show a unique flavor.
—Adam Levine, CNN Money, 11 Jan. 2026
The two shared vocal duties while Weir’s rhythm guitar laid the foundation for Garcia’s now legendary improvisational playing.
—Dennis Romero, NBC news, 10 Jan. 2026
Their music — called acid rock at its inception — would pull in blues, jazz, country, folk and psychedelia in long improvisational jams at their concerts.
—CBS News, 10 Jan. 2026
Joseph Wilkinson, New York Daily News, 12 Jan. 2026
The group’s improvisational performances, relentless touring and fiercely loyal fan base — the Deadheads — transformed live music into a cultural movement.
—Jane Tyska, Mercury News, 12 Jan. 2026
Their music — called acid rock at its inception — would pull in blues, jazz, country, folk and psychedelia in long improvisational jams at their concerts.
—Andrew Dalton, Denver Post, 11 Jan. 2026
Weir had to become the Other One and find his space in the world’s most iconic improvisational rock band.
—Jed Gottlieb, Boston Herald, 11 Jan. 2026
Bob Weir is rightly being remembered as a transformative figure whose guitar playing made an indelible contribution to the Grateful Dead, and to improvisational rock & roll at large.
—Alan Paul, Rolling Stone, 11 Jan. 2026
Their fans, known as Deadheads, would tour along from city to city and revel in the constantly changing set lists, extended soloing and improvisational jamming that gave each show a unique flavor.
—Adam Levine, CNN Money, 11 Jan. 2026
The two shared vocal duties while Weir’s rhythm guitar laid the foundation for Garcia’s now legendary improvisational playing.
—Dennis Romero, NBC news, 10 Jan. 2026
Their music — called acid rock at its inception — would pull in blues, jazz, country, folk and psychedelia in long improvisational jams at their concerts.
—CBS News, 10 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for improvisational
Adjective
-
The next morning, Kirschenheiter and Mullen had an impromptu photo shoot to commemorate their engagement.—
Ashlyn Robinette,
PEOPLE,
14 Jan. 2026
-
Guests conducted impromptu interviews, cracked inside jokes, and left messages that felt far more personal than anything staged.—
Sara Radin,
Vogue,
13 Jan. 2026
Adjective
-
Davis is a master of jazz, improvised music and both traditional and contemporary classical traditions.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Jan. 2026
-
Mochrie then performs an improvised comedy act with the semi-conscious volunteers.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Improvisational.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/improvisational. Accessed 19 Jan. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
