Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

improviso

noun
/ɪmˈprɒvɪzoʊ/
Definition
An unprepared or spontaneous performance or act.
Examples
  • The musician’s improviso captivated the audience as he played without sheet music.
  • During the play, the actor delivered his lines with an improviso that added spontaneity to the performance.
  • She excelled at improviso, seamlessly adapting her speech to connect with the audience.
Meaning
Improviso refers to a situation where a person performs or creates something without prior planning, often seen in music, theater, or speaking.
Synonyms
  • spontaneity
  • extemporization
  • ad-lib
  • unrehearsed performance