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 No distractions or improvisations. —

Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 15 May 2026 Together, the King and Elba met with young students taking NYMT workshops like improvisation, designed to develop their confidence and performing skills. —

Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 14 May 2026 There was very little room for improvisation. —

Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 11 May 2026 Over the next hour of improvisation, Jarrett stuck to the middle of the piano for extended periods. —

Literary Hub, 6 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for improvisation

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improv

Noun

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
The North Carolina trio’s second studio album combines krautrock grooves and ambient jazz to sculpt sweeping organic improv for the open air.

— Jesse Jarnow, Pitchfork, 4 May 2026