improvise
/ˈɪmprəvaɪz/
im · pro · vise
ˈɪm · prə · vaɪz
English Definition
v. make up on the spot
Significado en Español
improvisar
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
ứng biến, ứng tác
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
improvise (impromptu)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the word that is closest in meaning to “improvise”:
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A
Prepare
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B
Script
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C
Ad-lib
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D
Plan
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C — Ad-lib.
“improvise” means v. make up on the spot
Common questions about “improvise”
What does “improvise” mean?
improvise — v. make up on the spot. In Chinese: 即兴创作，临时做.
How do you pronounce “improvise”?
improvise is pronounced /ˈɪmprəvaɪz/. It breaks into 3 syllables: im · pro · vise.
Is “improvise” an ISEE Lower-level word?
Yes. improvise appears on the iSEE Vocab Lower list, which covers 615 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “improvise”?
improvise (impromptu)
