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Definition spontaneous in British English

spontaneous adjective

adjective
/spɒnˈteɪniəs/
1

happening in a natural way without being planned or thought about

Example

spontaneous applause/cheers

Example

He was suddenly filled with tears of spontaneous emotion.

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1.1

used in a positive way about someone who often behaves in a natural and friendly way, without worrying about what they say or do

Example

Ellie's one of the most spontaneous, fun-loving people I know.

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Example

spontaneous wildfires

Example

spontaneous contractions of the muscles in the oesophagus

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Definition spontaneous in British English