Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ad-libbing

verb

/ˈædˌlɪbɪŋ/

Definition

The act of improvising or speaking without a prepared script.

Examples

During the play, the actor started ad-libbing when he forgot his lines.
At the meeting, she ad-libbed her presentation, making it feel more natural and engaging.

Meaning

Ad-libbing refers to the spontaneous and unprepared way a person speaks or performs. It often involves making things up on the spot instead of using a script or pre-planned dialogue.