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ad hoc

The phrase “ad hoc” has 2 syllables: ad hoc

It's pronounced as /ˌæd ˈhɑk/

What is synonym and antonym for ad hoc?

In the thesaurus, “ad hoc” has 32 synonyms and 9 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for ad hoc along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for ad hoc

Antonyms for ad hoc

  • considered
  • deliberate
  • intended
  • intentional
  • planned
  • premeditated
  • premeditative
  • prepared
  • rehearsed

Meanings of ad hoc

  • adjective
    1. For a particular purpose.
    2. Created on the spur of the moment; impromptu.
    3. (of a hypothesis) Postulated solely to save a theory from being falsified, without making any new predictions.
    4. Special.
  • adverb
    1. On the spur of the moment.
    2. For a particular purpose.

Example Sentences

  • The committee formed an ad hoc team to handle the urgent matter.
  • We arranged an ad hoc meeting to discuss the unexpected issue.
  • They built an ad hoc solution to fix the problem temporarily.
  • His role on the project was purely ad hoc and not permanent.
  • The company created an ad hoc budget for the special event.

On this page you'll find 41 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to ad hoc, such as: ad-lib, automatic, casual, considered, cursive, deliberate, down and dirty.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

Related Words

make do

offhand

on the spot

impromptu

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