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Experiment

UK /["/ɪkˈsperɪmənt/"]/US /["/ɪkˈsperɪmənt/"]/

Definition

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.

Examples

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.

Usage notes

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.

Collocations

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

test
trial
study
investigation
research

Antonyms

certainty
fact

Common mistakes

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'.