noun
improvisation
ihmp-ruh-veye-ZAY-shuhn
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
Word Forms
improvisations plural
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Etymology
From French improvisation, from improvise + -ation.