Extemporized: meaning, definitions and examples
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extemporized
[ ɛkˈstɛmpəraɪz ]
spontaneous speech
To extemporize means to speak or perform without preparation or to improvise. This term is often used in contexts where someone has to deliver a speech or a performance spontaneously. People who extemporize can adapt their ideas and expressions without prior planning.
Synonyms
ad-lib, draft on the fly, extemporate, improvise
Examples of usage
- He extemporized beautifully during the debate.
- The musician extemporized on the piano, creating an enchanting atmosphere.
- She was able to extemporize her presentation despite the lack of notes.
Translations
Translations of the word "extemporized" in other languages:
🇵🇹 improvisado
🇮🇳 तत्कालीन
🇩🇪 improvisiert
🇮🇩 improvisasi
🇺🇦 імпровізований
🇵🇱 improwizowany
🇯🇵 即興の
🇫🇷 improvisé
🇪🇸 improvisado
🇹🇷 doğaçlama
🇰🇷 즉흥의
🇸🇦 مرتجل
🇨🇿 improvizovaný
🇸🇰 improvizovaný
🇨🇳 即兴的
🇸🇮 improviziran
🇮🇸 óundirbúið
🇰🇿 импровизацияланған
🇬🇪 იმპროვიზებული
🇦🇿 improvizə edilmiş
🇲🇽 improvisado
Word origin
The word 'extemporize' comes from the Latin 'ex temporibus', meaning 'out of time'. This reflects the sense of acting or speaking without advance thought or preparation. It entered the English language in the early 19th century, primarily in contexts related to music and speech. Over time, its usage broadened to include any improvisational act, particularly in performance arts, where the performer may suddenly create or adjust their material on the spot. The concept of extemporization has become increasingly relevant in diverse fields, such as education, theater, and public speaking, where the ability to adapt and think quickly is highly valued. The evolution of the term highlights the importance of spontaneity and creativity in communication and artistry.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #36,056, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.
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