English Synonym Finder

ad-lib

Definitions

To speak or perform in public without previously preparing one's words.

Something spoken, performed, or composed spontaneously without preparation.

Examples

The actor had to ad-lib his lines when he forgot the script during the live performance.

The comedian is famous for his ability to ad-lib hilarious jokes based on audience suggestions.

Synonyms

improvise extemporize wing it invent spontaneously unscripted off-the-cuff

Antonyms

rehearse script plan prepare memorize read recite