Definition

Something that is not planned or thought out before it happens.

Example

His actions were unpremeditated, driven by impulse rather than careful thought.

Conversation

Did you see that performance last night?

Yeah, it was amazing! Those moves were so unpremeditated.

I couldn't believe how spontaneous it all felt.

Right? It made the whole show so much more exciting!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unpremeditated → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not), "premeditated" (from Latin "prae-" meaning before and "meditari" meaning to think). The word describes an action that is not thought out or planned beforehand.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') having a plan or 'thinking beforehand' ('premeditated') — that's why unpremeditated means something done without prior thought.

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