extempore Synonyms & Antonyms
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Extempore as an Adjective
Carried out with no preparation; impromptu.
Extempore as an Adverb
Without preparation; extemporaneously.
to speak extempore
Extempore as a Noun
Something improvised.
Extempore as a Verb
Synonym of extemporize.
Extempore in a Sentence
to speak extempore
Word Forms & Grammar
extempore (comparative more extempore, superlative most extempore)
extempore (plural extempores)
extempore (third-person singular simple present extempores, present participle extemporing, simple past and past participle extempored)
Origin of Extempore
Univerbation of Latin ex tempore. First attested before 1556.[1][2]
Quick Facts About Extempore
| Part of speech | adjective, adverb, noun, verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ɪkˈstɛm.pə.ɹi/ |
| Syllables | 4 |
| Meaning | Carried out with no preparation; impromptu |
| Plural | extempores |
| Comparative / superlative | more extempore, most extempore |
| Verb forms | extempores, extemporing, extempored |
Pronouncing Extempore
You say extempore as /ɪkˈstɛm.pə.ɹi/. It has 4 syllables, with the main stress on the second syllable (stɛm).
Frequently Asked Questions About Extempore
Is extempore an adjective or an adverb?
Extempore is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as an adverb, a noun and a verb.
What is the plural of extempore?
The plural of extempore is extempores.
What is the past tense of extempore?
The past tense of extempore is extempored. The present participle is extemporing.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of extempore?
The comparative form is more extempore and the superlative form is most extempore.