unscripted

American  

[uhn-skrip-tid] / ʌnˈskrɪp tɪd /

adjective

1. not scripted; lacking a script.

   an unscripted idea for a movie.

2. Informal. that has not been planned for or anticipated.

   an unscripted interruption of the speech.

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unscripted British  

/ ʌnˈskrɪptɪd /

adjective

1. (of a speech, play, etc) not using or based on a script

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Etymology

Origin of unscripted

First recorded in 1940–45; un- ¹ + script + -ed ²

Example Sentences

"It is unscripted, it is real and it is authentic, and you don't know what they're going to do," says Aiken.

From BBC

It also created truly unscripted controversial moments, as in 1992, when, to the shock of the viewing public, musical guest Sinéad O’Connor shredded a photo of Pope John Paul II.

From The Wall Street Journal

ITV America’s portfolio includes major unscripted brands such as Love Island, Queer Eye, and Hell’s Kitchen.

From The Wall Street Journal

The platform specializes in unscripted comedy shows bolstered by its large cast of comedians from the world of improv.

From Los Angeles Times

On defense, the Chargers need to contain Mahomes and not allow him to run around and turn unscripted plays into big gains.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• offhand
• spontaneous