Ad-lib (Adjective)
Meaning 1
With little or no preparation or forethought; "his ad-lib comments showed poor judgment"; "an extemporaneous piano recital"; "an extemporary lecture"; "an extempore skit"; "an impromptu speech"; "offhand excuses"; "trying to sound offhanded and reassuring"; "an off-the-cuff toast"; "a few unrehearsed comments".
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Meaning 2
Said or done without having been planned or written in advance; "he made a few ad-lib remarks".
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All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The comedian's ad-lib jokes brought the house down with laughter.
- She gave an ad-lib speech that impressed everyone with her quick wit.
- The actor had to think on his feet and come up with an ad-lib line to salvage the scene.
- The jazz musician's ad-lib solos were always the highlight of his performances.
- The politician's ad-lib comments were seen as off-the-cuff and refreshingly honest.