Impromptu definition
(music) A short composition, especially for the piano, performed in an offhand or extemporized style.
noun
Without preparation or advance thought; offhand.
adjective
An impromptu speech, performance, etc.
noun
Spoken, performed, done, or composed with little or no preparation; extemporaneous.
A few impromptu remarks.
adjective
With little or no preparation; extemporaneously.
adverb
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(music) A short musical composition for an informal occasion often with the character of improvisation and usually to be played solo.
noun
The definition of impromptu is something done without advance thought or without a plan.
When everyone gets together and decides to throw a party at the spur of the moment, this is an example of an impromptu party.
adjective
The party began with an impromptu rendition of 'Happy Birthday'.
adjective
Any composition, musical or otherwise, that is created on the spot without preparation.
noun
Prompted by the occasion rather than being planned in advance.
An impromptu party.
adjective
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Something, such as a speech, that is made or done extemporaneously.
noun
Other Word Forms
Noun
Singular:
impromptu
Plural:
impromptus