Extemporaneously
Definition
Extemporaneously refers to speaking or performing without prior preparation or planning. It means delivering a speech or presentation on-the-spot using one's knowledge, skills, and improvisation abilities.
Related terms
Impromptu: Similar to extemporaneously, impromptu refers to doing something without preparation or planning.
Improvisation: The act of creating or performing something spontaneously, often seen in theater or music.
Debating: Engaging in a formal argumentative discussion where participants present arguments and counterarguments on a given topic.
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AP English Language - Rhetorical Analysis 2 (Sojourner Truth)
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