unscripted
|un-script-ed|
B2
/ʌnˈskrɪptɪd/
spontaneous
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unscripted' originates from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'scripted', which comes from the Latin 'scriptus', meaning 'written'.
Historical Evolution
'scriptus' transformed into the Old French word 'escript', and eventually became the modern English word 'script'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'scripted' meant 'written', but with the prefix 'un-', it evolved to mean 'not written or planned'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not written or planned in advance; spontaneous.
The actor's performance was unscripted, adding a genuine touch to the scene.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45