unscripted

adjective

un·​script·​ed ˌən-ˈskrip-təd How to pronounce unscripted (audio)
Synonyms of unscriptednext
: not following a prepared script
a completely unscripted reaction

Examples of unscripted in a Sentence

Her reaction was completely unscripted.
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In another nod to the original movie, Rusty Goffe, who played an Oompa Loompa in the 1971 feature, will reprise his role in the unscripted series. Peter White, Deadline, 30 June 2026 As a creator and somebody who is in the unscripted world, what has your take been on social media taking over Hollywood? Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 26 June 2026 The show has been the rare new unscripted format to break through in recent years. Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 25 June 2026 In addition to those in Rhaenyra’s storyline, D’Arcy faced some unscripted challenges of their own. Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 17 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for unscripted

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1950, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of unscripted was circa 1950

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“Unscripted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unscripted. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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