Literal Meaning:
* Done without being planned or prepared in advance.
* Spontaneous, unplanned, extemporaneous.
Figurative Meaning:
* Informal and relaxed, as if done on the spur of the moment.
* Lacking a set structure or formality.
Combined Literal and Figurative Meaning:
Example:
> "The band's impromptu performance was a highlight of the festival. The musicians were clearly having fun, and their unrehearsed energy was infectious."
Explanation:
* Literal: The band didn't plan the performance beforehand.
* Figurative: The performance had a casual, relaxed feel, like it was just happening spontaneously.
Other Examples:
* "The impromptu picnic turned into a hilarious afternoon of laughter and stories."
* "Her impromptu speech was heartfelt and moving."
* "The impromptu dance party in the kitchen lasted until the early hours."
In each of these examples, the word "impromptu" captures both the unplanned nature of the event and the relaxed, informal atmosphere that often accompanies spontaneity.