Meaning of improvised in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˈɪmprəˌvaɪzd/

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1. Classifying Adjective

   improvised

   Definitions

   1. done or made using whatever is available

   Examples

   • « crossed the river on improvised bridges »
   • « the survivors used jury-rigged fishing gear »
   • « the rock served as a makeshift hammer »

   Synonyms

   • impermanent
   • temporary