Definition

In a way that relates to testing or trying out new ideas or methods to see how they work.

Example

The new drug was tested experimentally before being approved for public use.

Conversation

I heard you tried that new recipe experimentally.

Yeah, I wanted to see if it would actually taste good.

How did it turn out in the end?

Surprisingly, it was delicious! I might write it down for future use.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Experimentally → It is formed from "experiment" (from Latin *experimentum*, meaning a trial or test) and "-ally" (meaning in a manner relating to). The word "experimentally" means in a manner relating to a trial or test.

Memory Tip

Think of conducting a 'trial' ('experiment') and doing it 'in a manner' ('-ally') that relates to testing. This helps you remember that 'experimentally' refers to how something is done in a testing way.

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