Extemporally

/ɛkˈstɛmpərəli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner that is done without preparation or advance planning.

Etymology

Adverbial form of 'extemporal,' formed by adding the suffix '-ly' to the adjective, following standard English word-formation patterns.

Kelly Says

When a teacher speaks extemporally, they're drawing on deep knowledge they've already absorbed—it looks effortless but actually requires mastery of the subject.

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