Meaning & Definition of word "Spontaneously"

Spontaneously

/spɒnˈteɪnɪəsli/

1. in a way that is spontaneous; occurring without external cause or planning.
- Example: The crowd began to cheer spontaneously when the home team scored.
2. naturally; without premeditation.
- Example: They spontaneously decided to take a road trip with no prior arrangements.
3. impulsively; as a response to immediate feelings.
- Example: She spontaneously invited her friends over for dinner after feeling inspired to cook.

From the Latin 'spontaneus' meaning 'of one's own accord', from 'sponte' meaning 'of free will'.

spontaneous combustion:

The occurrence of fire as a result of internal chemical processes without an external ignition source.

spontaneous decision:

A decision made quickly and without prior thought or consideration.

spontaneous reaction:

A chemical reaction that occurs without needing to be driven by an external source of energy.

spontaneity:

The occurrence of events by chance rather than by plan.

Meaning: Off the cuff

Example Sentence: His off-the-cuff remarks were totally spontaneous and unfiltered.

Meaning: On a whim

Example Sentence: We went to the beach on a whim, it was a spontaneous decision.