Ad-lib

Pronunciation: /ˈædˈlɪb/

Ad-lib (verb)

  1. to speak or perform without preparing words in advance.

Examples

  • She can ad-lib during presentations effortlessly.
  • He decided to ad-lib his speech at the event.

Common collocations: ad-lib a speech, ad-lib lines, ad-lib remarks, spontaneous ad-lib, brief ad-lib

Ad-lib (noun)

  1. a part of a speech or performance that is not planned.

Examples

  • His ad-lib was both funny and insightful.
  • The ad-lib added a personal touch to the presentation.

Synonyms of Ad-lib

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Ad-lib

  • planned or practiced actions
  • pre-written or planned performances