Experimental: meaning, definitions and examples

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experimental

 

[ ɪkˌsperɪˈmentl ]

Adjective / Noun
Context #1 | Adjective

science

relating to or based on experiment.

Synonyms

empirical, test, trial

Examples of usage

  • This is an experimental procedure that has not yet been tested.
  • The results of the experimental study were inconclusive.
Context #2 | Adjective

innovation

involving new ideas or methods.

Synonyms

avant-garde, cutting-edge, innovative

Examples of usage

  • These are experimental designs that push the boundaries of traditional architecture.
  • The company is known for its experimental approach to product development.
Context #3 | Noun

arts

a work of art that is innovative or unconventional.

Synonyms

avant-garde, innovative, unconventional

Examples of usage

  • The artist's latest exhibition features a series of experimental paintings.
  • The play was criticized for being too experimental and avant-garde.

Translations

Translations of the word "experimental" in other languages:

🇵🇹 experimental

🇮🇳 प्रायोगिक

🇩🇪 experimentell

🇮🇩 eksperimental

🇺🇦 експериментальний

🇵🇱 eksperymentalny

🇯🇵 実験的 (じっけんてき)

🇫🇷 expérimental

🇪🇸 experimental

🇹🇷 deneysel

🇰🇷 실험적인

🇸🇦 تجريبي

🇨🇿 experimentální

🇸🇰 experimentálny

🇨🇳 实验性的

🇸🇮 eksperimentalni

🇮🇸 tilrauna-

🇰🇿 эксперименталды

🇬🇪 ცდისმიერი

🇦🇿 eksperimental

🇲🇽 experimental

Etymology

The word 'experimental' originated in the mid-17th century, from the Latin word 'experimentum', meaning a trial or test. It has evolved over time to encompass a wide range of meanings, from scientific experiments to innovative art and design. The term reflects the human drive to explore new ideas and methods in various fields of study and creation.

See also: experiment, experimentally, experimenter.

Word Frequency Rank

This word ranks #1,572, placing it within important intermediate vocabulary. Learning it will significantly improve your ability to express yourself in English.