Impromptu

/ɪmˈprɒmp.tjuː/

Meaning & Definition

noun

something that is done without being planned.

Our impromptu trip to the beach turned out to be the best decision of the summer.

adjective

made or done without previous preparation.

She gave an impromptu speech at the wedding after being asked by the bride.

composed or arranged on the spur of the moment.

The band played an impromptu set when the power went out.

adverb

in an impromptu manner.

He spoke impromptu, captivating the audience with his spontaneity.

From Latin 'in promptu', meaning 'in readiness'.

impromptu meeting

A meeting that is organized with little notice.

impromptu speech

A speech that is made without prior preparation.

impromptu party

A party that is thrown with little notice and planning.

extemporaneous

Done without the benefit of a script or preparation.

spontaneous

Occurring as a result of a sudden inner impulse or inclination.

On the fly

I had to come up with an on-the-fly presentation for the meeting.

Wing it

I didn't prepare for the talk, so I just had to wing it.