EXTEMPORARY Synonyms: 41 Similar and Opposite Words

extemporary

adjective

ik-ˈstem-pə-ˌrer-ē

Definition of extemporary

as in impromptu

made or done without previous thought or preparation caught red-handed, the would-be embezzler proceeded to give some extemporary and not very convincing explanations for her actions

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With no timeouts, the Raiders rushed to the line and O’Connell, with help from an impromptu tush-push from Chris Myarick, took it across the goal line with 14 seconds left.

— Sam Warren, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026
The frequent gatherings are often impromptu affairs, sometimes with a singular ingredient sparking the idea.

— Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of impromptu

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McCollough thought Watts was a comedic genius, and the pair shared a similar sense of humor, establishing their own bits and improvisational riffs.

— Cheyenne Roundtree, Rolling Stone, 20 Aug. 2026
This reflects the improvisational attitude that Pan, who has released several albums, first developed as a genre-defying musician and composer.

— News Desk, Artforum, 31 July 2026

Definition of improvisational

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That's enough to loosen steep slopes where some of the 210,000 islanders live off the grid in improvised housing.

— ABC News, ABC News, 16 Aug. 2026
Forecasters warn that up to 25 inches of rain and powerful winds could trigger life-threatening flooding, mudslides and even wildfires, especially in remote communities where many residents live off the grid in improvised housing.

— Jennifer Sinco Kelleher, Los Angeles Times, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of improvised

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