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Spontaneous

adjective
/spɒnˈteɪniəs/

Meaning

done without planning; natural and unforced
Happening naturally without planning or external cause; impulsive or unplanned.

Example Sentences

Their spontaneous dance in the rain was beautiful.

Their spontaneous trip to the mountains turned out to be the highlight of the summer.

Example Expressions

spontaneous combustion

Synonyms

impulsive, unplanned, natural, automatic, instinctive, voluntary
Entry 1
impulsive, unplanned, natural, automatic, instinctive
Entry 2
impulsive, instinctive, unplanned, voluntary, automatic

Antonyms

planned, deliberate, forced, calculated
Entry 1
planned, deliberate, forced, calculated
Entry 2
planned, deliberate, calculated

Collocations

spontaneous reaction, spontaneous applause, spontaneous decision, spontaneous laughter, spontaneous action
Entry 1
spontaneous reaction, spontaneous applause, spontaneous decision
Entry 2
spontaneous decision, spontaneous laughter, spontaneous action, spontaneous reaction

Related Vocabularies

relating to a close relationship that is not romantic or sexual
Relating to an early stage of development; simple and basic.
Of the cerebrum of the brain.
Of great importance or significance, especially in its effect on the future.
Extremely angry.
uncomfortably warm and humid

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