Extemporaneous

C2 16+

Pronunciation: /ɪkˌstɛmpəˈreɪniəs/

Definitions of extemporaneous

adjective spoken or done without preparation; impromptu

Example Sentences

A1 I prefer to plan my speeches in advance rather than giving extemporaneous talks.

A2 The teacher asked the students to give an extemporaneous presentation on their favorite hobby.

B1 The comedian's extemporaneous jokes had the audience laughing uncontrollably.

B2 The politician was known for his ability to deliver powerful extemporaneous speeches on important issues.

C1 The professor's extemporaneous lectures were always engaging and thought-provoking.

C2 The actor's extemporaneous performance on stage was hailed as a masterpiece by critics.

adverb in an extemporaneous manner

Example Sentences

A1 She gave an extemporaneous speech at the school assembly.

A2 The comedian's extemporaneous jokes had the audience laughing uncontrollably.

B1 The team had to come up with an extemporaneous plan when their original strategy failed.

B2 The professor's extemporaneous lecture was both informative and engaging.

C1 The politician was known for his extemporaneous speaking style, often captivating his audience.

C2 The actor's extemporaneous improvisations added depth to his character in the play.

Examples of extemporaneous in a Sentence

formal The speaker delivered an impressive extemporaneous speech on the importance of education.

informal I was amazed by how well she could come up with extemporaneous jokes on the spot.

slang I can't believe he just did that extemporaneous rap battle out of nowhere!

figurative Her extemporaneous decision to quit her job and travel the world changed her life forever.

Grammatical Forms of extemporaneous

past tense

extemporized

plural

extemporaneouses

comparative

more extemporaneous

superlative

most extemporaneous

present tense

extemporizes

future tense

will extemporize

perfect tense

has extemporized

continuous tense

is extemporizing

singular

extemporaneous

positive degree

extemporaneous

infinitive

to extemporize

gerund

extemporizing

participle

extemporized

Origin and Evolution of extemporaneous

First Known Use: 1656 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'extemporaneous' originated from the Latin word 'ex tempore', which means 'out of the moment' or 'on the spur of the moment'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe something done without preparation or planning, the word 'extemporaneous' has evolved to also mean something done without a script or notes, particularly in the context of speech or performance.