spontaneity
1 antonyms and opposites of spontaneity, grouped by meaning.
Noun — The quality of doing things on impulse, without planning ahead.
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How to use spontaneity
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin spontaneus, "voluntary," built on the idea of acting from one's own free will.
Full origin of spontaneity →Frequently asked questions
What does “spontaneity” mean?
The word “spontaneity” means the quality of doing things on impulse, without planning ahead. In plain terms, acting or happening naturally and unplanned, on the spur of the moment.
How do you pronounce “spontaneity”?
“Spontaneity” is pronounced SPON-tuh-nay-uh-tee (/ˈspɒn.tə.neɪ.ə.ti/ in IPA).
How do you use “spontaneity” in a sentence?
Here is “spontaneity” used in a sentence: “Their road trip was full of spontaneity — no itinerary, no bookings.”
What is another word for “spontaneity”?
Words with a similar meaning to “spontaneity” include spontaneousness.
What is the opposite of “spontaneity”?
The opposite of “spontaneity” — its antonyms — is discipline.
What part of speech is “spontaneity”?
“Spontaneity” is a noun.
Where does the word “spontaneity” come from?
The word “spontaneity” comes from Latin. From Latin spontaneus, "voluntary," built on the idea of acting from one's own free will.