spontaneity

noun
UK: /ˌspɒntəˈneɪəti/
US: /ˌspɑːntəˈneɪəti/

  1. The quality of being natural, unplanned, and free; doing things without premeditation.

    1. Her spontaneity made the party fun.
    2. We valued spontaneity when traveling, often changing plans on a whim to better explore hidden gems.

  2. The power of acting from internal impulse without apparent external cause or influence.

    1. He showed spontaneity in his art.
    2. The director encouraged spontaneity among the actors to create a more authentic performance.

  3. A spontaneous act or event.

    1. The trip was a spontaneity of youth.
    2. The group dinner was a happy spontaneity that enriched their friendship during a difficult time.

Synonyms

originality whimsy freedom
spontaneity adjective

  1. Characterized by impulsive behavior and a lack of planning.

    1. She is known for her spontaneity.
    2. A touch of spontaneity can alleviate the monotony of a highly structured environment.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "spontaneity" in English means: The quality of being natural, unplanned, and free; doing things without premeditation., The power of acting from internal impulse without apparent external cause or influence., A spontaneous act or event..

The phonetic transcription of "spontaneity" is /ˌspɒntəˈneɪəti/ in British English and /ˌspɑːntəˈneɪəti/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "spontaneity": originality, whimsy, freedom.

Example usage of "spontaneity": "Her spontaneity made the party fun.". More examples on the page.