EXTEMPORIZATION Synonyms: 13 Similar and Opposite Words

extemporization

noun

ik-ˌstem-pə-rə-ˈzā-shən

Definition of extemporization

as in improvisation

something that is performed, made, or done without preparation a guitar extemporization

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improvisation

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Reich wanted to build an offense that had room for improvisation, especially for someone like Wilson.

— Zack Rosenblatt, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026
But, just like any live theatrical event, even their best attempts at pre-planning were no match for reality and a lot of improvisation had to be done on the spot.

— Whitney Friedlander, Variety, 22 Aug. 2026

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