Synonyms of spontaneity

spontaneity

noun

ˌspän-tə-ˈnē-ə-tē 

as in abandon

carefree freedom from constraint

the couple sacrificed some of the spontaneity in their lives when they both got nine-to-five jobs

Synonyms & Similar Words

• abandon
• naturalness
• abandonment
• enthusiasm
• zeal
• warmth
• spontaneousness
• lightheartedness
• spirit
• unrestraint
• ease
• exuberance
• unconstraint
• uninhibitedness
• impulsiveness
• fervor
• carelessness
• recklessness
• insouciance
• impulsivity
• zealousness
• casualness
• wildness
• indiscretion
• zealotry
• heedlessness
• thoughtlessness
• ardor
• permissiveness
• excessiveness
• excess
• offhandedness
• licentiousness
• indulgence
• incontinence
• free hand
• wantonness
• intemperance
• carte blanche
• unself-consciousness
• blank check
• immoderacy

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• restraint
• constraint
• embarrassment
• reticence
• uneasiness
• inhibition
• reserve
• suppression
• repression
• discretion
• self-consciousness
• discipline
• carefulness
• self-restraint
• willpower
• self-control
• discreetness
• self-discipline
• heedfulness
• self-mastery
• self-denial
• self-command

Examples of spontaneity in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Toward the end of the month, Venus will clash with Saturn on Oct. 28, highlighting the struggle between your desire for spontaneity and freedom versus your obligations toward home and family. —Valerie Mesa, People.com, 7 Oct. 2024

All season, Eric, played with thrilling spontaneity by Ken Leung, has watched as his former hire turned boss, Bill Adler, faced physical and existential crisis, holding steady for the chance to capitalize on his misfortune. —Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 28 Sep. 2024

By the 17th, Venus in Sagittarius will be in your ninth house, inspiring you with wanderlust and a desire for spontaneity in your love life. —Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 23 Sep. 2024

Put it into practice: Consider whether your team thrives on spontaneity or works better by learning about an industry in-depth over time. —Isadora Marlow Morgan, Forbes, 12 Sep. 2024