Freestyle

Pronunciation: /ˈfriːˌstaɪl/

Freestyle (noun)

  1. A swimming race where competitors can use any stroke they choose.
  2. A performance, like rap or dance, where the performer makes it up as they go.

Examples

  • She won the freestyle at the local competition.
  • Freestyle is often the fastest swimming stroke.

Common collocations: freestyle event, freestyle swimmer, freestyle stroke, freestyle rap, freestyle dance

Freestyle (verb)

  1. To perform without preparation, often in music or dance.

Examples

  • He likes to freestyle during jam sessions.
  • She can freestyle on any topic.

Synonyms of Freestyle

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Freestyle

  • when describing limitations or rules