improvisation

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ɪmprəvaɪˈzeɪʃən/
• (US) IPA ^(key): /ɪmˌprɑvəˈzeɪʃən/ or /ˌɪm-/

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Noun

Singular improvisation

Plural improvisations

1. Improvisation refers to a performance without a script, plan, direction, or rehearsal.

   Tom and Jerry's 'improvisation at the party was a success.

   Tom and Jerry's 'improvisations at parties are always successes.

2. Making something better, improving it to make something better.

Related words

• improvise