experiment
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ɪkˈspɛrɪmənt/
KK: /ɪkˈspɛrɪˌmɛnt/
intransitive verb
Definition
To try out new ideas or methods to see how they work or to learn something from them.
Example
Scientists often experiment to discover new facts about the world.
Tense Forms
Past: experimented
Past Participle: experimented
Conversation
I’ve been thinking about how we should experiment with our cooking this weekend.
That sounds fun! What do you have in mind?
Maybe we could experiment with some new recipes we've never tried before.
I love that idea! Let's find something adventurous.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
test
trial
probe
Antonyms
neglect
ignore
avoid
noun
Definition
A test or procedure carried out in controlled conditions to discover something new or to check if a theory is true.
Example
The scientist conducted an experiment to see how plants grow in different types of soil.
Conversation
Have you heard about the new science experiment they're doing at school?
Yeah, I think it sounds really interesting!
I can't wait to see what results they get from the experiment.
Root Explanation
Experiment → It is formed from "experiri" (meaning to try or test) and the suffix "-ment" (indicating the action or result of a verb). The word "experiment" refers to the action of trying or testing something to discover its effects or results.
Memory Tip
Think of 'trying' something ('experiri') and the result of that action ('-ment'). This helps you remember that an experiment is about testing to find out what happens.
Visually Confused Words
proexperiment
unexperient
explement
unexperimented
unexperimental
perishment
nonexperimental