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Extemporization: meaning, definitions and examples

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extemporization

 

[ ɪkˌstɛmpəraɪˈzeɪʃən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

speech making

Extemporization refers to the act of speaking or performing with little or no preparation, typically in a spontaneous or improvised manner. It is often used in contexts such as public speaking, performances, or debates where quick thinking and adaptability are required.

Synonyms

ad-libbing, extemporaneousness, improvisation, spontaneity

Examples of usage

  • Her extemporization during the debate impressed the judges.
  • The comedian's extemporization kept the audience laughing throughout the performance.
  • He was adept at extemporization, able to deliver insightful commentary on the spot.

Translations

Translations of the word "extemporization" in other languages:

🇵🇹 extemporização

🇮🇳 तत्कालीनता

🇩🇪 Extemporierung

🇮🇩 ekstemporisasi

🇺🇦 екстемпоралізація

🇵🇱 ekstemporyzacja

🇯🇵 即興

🇫🇷 extemporisation

🇪🇸 extemporización

🇹🇷 extemporizasyon

🇰🇷 즉흥 연주

🇸🇦 تلقائي

🇨🇿 extemporizace

🇸🇰 extemporizácia

🇨🇳 即兴

🇸🇮 ekstemporizacija

🇮🇸 útgáfa

🇰🇿 экстемпорация

🇬🇪 ექსტემპორიზაცია

🇦🇿 ekstemporizasiya

🇲🇽 extemporización

Etymology

The word 'extemporization' originates from the Latin word 'ex tempore', which means 'out of time' or 'spontaneously'. In the Renaissance period, this term evolved in contexts related to performance and public speaking, where speakers were often required to create speeches or presentations without prior preparation. Over time, it has been adopted into English, firmly embedding itself into discussions around improvisation in various fields including theatre, music, and speech-making. The term emphasizes the skill involved in producing coherent and engaging content on the spot, showcasing an individual's verbal agility and creativity.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #42,064, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.