unscripted

[ uhn-skrip-tid ]

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.

unscripted

/ ʌnˈskrɪptɪd /

adjective

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of unscripted¹

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

Example Sentences

“There was still some taboo about it,” Beauvais says of actors pivoting to unscripted projects.

From Los Angeles Times

Both companies are looking to expand their live and unscripted programming slates and amplify their reach across Europe and the U.S.

From Los Angeles Times

As with any successful unscripted series even if people don't watch, they know the formula.

From Salon

An unscripted moment between Donald Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., at the former president's Madison Square Garden rally on Sunday sparked unease among Democrats.

From Salon

There is something to Rogan’s take that conversations have a way of getting more honest and unscripted answers out of a guest.

From Salon

Related Words

• offhand
• spontaneous