spontaneous
/spɒnˈteɪniəs/ · /spɑːnˈteɪniəs/
CEFR level B2Topic Daily lifeWord #4198 in the learning path
自发的；未经安排的
Definitions
adj. Happening naturally without being planned or deliberately caused
自发的；未经安排的
adj. Acting freely on feelings rather than following plans
随性的；自然率真的
Example
We made a spontaneous trip to the beach yesterday.
昨天我们临时起意，去了一趟海边。
Spontaneous conversations between colleagues can generate creative ideas that formal meetings sometimes fail to produce.
同事间自发的交谈可以激发创意，而正式会议有时反倒做不到。
Collocations
- spontaneous reaction
- spontaneous applause
- spontaneous decision
Word family
- spontaneously (adv.)
- spontaneity (n.)
Synonyms
- unplanned
- impromptu
Antonyms
- planned
- rehearsed
Usage tip
强调非预先安排，不等于“无意识的”。
FAQ
- What does spontaneous mean?
- Happening naturally without being planned or deliberately caused Acting freely on feelings rather than following plans
- How is spontaneous pronounced?
- UK /spɒnˈteɪniəs/, US /spɑːnˈteɪniəs/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
