C2nounformalpsychologyemotions
US/ˌspɑːn.təˈneɪ.ə.ti/
UK/ˌspɒn.təˈneɪ.ə.ti/
the quality of doing things naturally, without planning them first
In context
Having children meant giving up some of the spontaneity of their early marriage.
The actor's spontaneity made the whole interview feel fresh and funny.
Strict schedules can kill creativity and spontaneity in the classroom.
Words that go with spontaneity
verb + noun
- lack spontaneityThe performance lacked spontaneity.
- lose spontaneityRehearsed speeches often lose spontaneity.
- encourage spontaneityGood teachers encourage spontaneity in discussion.
noun + preposition
- a sense of spontaneityThe band has a sense of spontaneity on stage.
noun + noun
- creativity and spontaneityChildren show great creativity and spontaneity in play.
adjective + noun
- youthful spontaneityHer youthful spontaneity charmed everyone.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
a spontaneity decisionCorrect: a spontaneous decision