Improvise Definition & Meaning

improvise
verb
  1. perform without preparation; "he extemporized a speech at the wedding"
  2. manage in a makeshift way; do with whatever is at hand; "after the hurricane destroyed our house, we had to improvise for weeks"

"Improvise" in song lyrics

See how improvise is used in real songs:

  • "Whether, memorize or the improvise"
    Aceyalone f/ Riddlore — Find Out
  • "When the cannon gettin' fly, Slick Rick, never improvise"
    Cormega — Bring it Back
  • "Any sign of betrayal my nine'll improvise"
    Cormega f/ AZ — Redemption

Usage tips for "improvise"

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