A2noun 1K

Experiment

🇬🇧 UK /["/ɪkˈsperɪmənt/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ɪkˈsperɪmənt/"]/

Meaning of Experiment

a scientific test that is done in order to study what happens and to gain new knowledge

In simple words: A test to find out something new.

Experiment in a sentence

• The scientist conducted an experiment to test her hypothesis.
• His experiment with the new recipe turned out to be a delicious success.
• We need to repeat the experiment to ensure the results are consistent.
• The students were excited to share the results of their group experiment.
• As part of the science fair, she designed a fun experiment to engage children.

How to use Experiment

Used in scientific contexts but can also refer to trying new ideas in everyday life. More formal in academic writing.

Grammar pattern

experiment + with/on/at

Memory hint

Think of 'ex-pear-ment' like tasting new flavors of pears.

Related words

Collocations with Experiment

• animal
• field
• laboratory
• carry out
• conduct
• do
• confirm something
• demonstrate something
• find something
• by experiment
• during an/​the experiment
• in an/​the experiment
• animal
• field
• laboratory
• carry out
• conduct
• do
• confirm something
• demonstrate something
• find something
• by experiment
• during an/​the experiment
• in an/​the experiment

Synonyms for Experiment

• test
• trial
• study
• investigation
• research

Opposites of Experiment

• certainty
• fact

Common mistakes with Experiment

• Confused with 'experience' which refers to knowledge gained over time.
• Using 'experiments' as a verb instead of the noun form.
• Saying 'experimenting of' instead of 'experimenting with'.

Frequently asked questions about Experiment

What does Experiment mean?

A test to find out something new.

What is the definition of Experiment?

a scientific test that is done in order to study what happens and to gain new knowledge

How do you use Experiment in a sentence?

The scientist conducted an experiment to test her hypothesis.

Can you give another example of Experiment?

His experiment with the new recipe turned out to be a delicious success.

What are synonyms for Experiment?

Common alternatives include test, trial, study, investigation, research.

What is the opposite of Experiment?

Opposite meanings include certainty, fact.

What words go with Experiment?

It commonly pairs with animal, field, laboratory, carry out, conduct, do, confirm something, demonstrate something, find something, by experiment, during an/​the experiment, in an/​the experiment, animal, field, laboratory, carry out, conduct, do, confirm something, demonstrate something, find something, by experiment, during an/​the experiment, in an/​the experiment.

What are common mistakes when using Experiment?

Confused with 'experience' which refers to knowledge gained over time. Using 'experiments' as a verb instead of the noun form. Saying 'experimenting of' instead of 'experimenting with'.

How do you pronounce Experiment?

US: /["/ɪkˈsperɪmənt/"]/, UK: /["/ɪkˈsperɪmənt/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Experiment?

Used in scientific contexts but can also refer to trying new ideas in everyday life. More formal in academic writing.

What CEFR level is Experiment?

"Experiment" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.