noun
Uncommon
improvisation
ihmp-ruh-veye-ZAY-shuhn
Improvisation (noun) means the act of creating or performing something spontaneously, without preparation. Example: “The jazz solo was pure improvisation.”
noun
1
The act of creating or performing something spontaneously, without preparation.
"The jazz solo was pure improvisation."
"Their improvisation skills made the unscripted scenes feel natural."
2
Something created on the spot, such as a piece of music, speech, or solution to a problem.
"The tent repair was a clever improvisation using duct tape and rope."
How to use improvisation
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMaking something up on the spot instead of following a plan or script.
Common pairings
musical improvisation
skilled at improvisation
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Word forms
- Plural
- improvisations
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Etymology
From French improvisation, from improvise + -ation.
Synonyms
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Related words
Rhymes for improvisation
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
novation
diffusion
elocution
extension
oxidation
perfusion
selection
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Frequently asked questions
What does “improvisation” mean?
The word “improvisation” means the act of creating or performing something spontaneously, without preparation. In plain terms, making something up on the spot instead of following a plan or script.
How do you pronounce “improvisation”?
“Improvisation” is pronounced ihmp-ruh-veye-ZAY-shuhn (/ɪmˌpɹɑvəˈzeɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “improvisation” in a sentence?
Here is “improvisation” used in a sentence: “The jazz solo was pure improvisation.”
What part of speech is “improvisation”?
“Improvisation” is a noun.
Where does the word “improvisation” come from?
The word “improvisation” comes from French. From French improvisation, from improvise + -ation.
Is “improvisation” a common word?
“Improvisation” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “improvisation” have?
“Improvisation” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of creating or performing something spontaneously, without preparation.
