improvisation
Translation
improvisation, ad-lib
Examples
Jazz music often includes improvisation.
Jazz music often includes improvisation.
Her speech was a brilliant improvisation.
Her speech was a brilliant improvisation.
Grammar Patterns
an improvisation ((on sth.)) a performance created spontaneously The pianist gave an improvisation on a classic theme.
Similar Words
Synonyms: ad-lib, extemporization
Etymology
From Latin im- ('not') + pro- ('before') + visus ('to see') + -ation (noun suffix). Literally, 'something not seen beforehand'.
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'im-pro-vision' means 'not having a prior vision' or plan.