Synonyms for

Experiment

Verb / ɪˈksperʌmʌnt / Another word for experiment — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Experiment means to try something new or to test a hypothesis.

Synonyms & similar words

experimentation tryout trial test investigation study observation analysis exploration probe check examination research sample prototype pilot tentative screening assessment evaluation inspection

Synonyms by register

Formal

investigation trial study analysis

Informal

test try go run

Literary

assay trial run

Antonyms

certainty proof fact confirmation verification assurance

Common collocations

  • conduct an experiment
  • perform an experiment
  • scientific experiment
  • laboratory experiment
  • field experiment
  • control group experiment
  • run an experiment

Word family

noun experiment
verb experiment
adjective experimental
adverb experimentally

Usage note

While 'experiment' can be used informally as a verb (e.g., 'Let's experiment with this recipe'), it is more commonly used as a noun. The verb form often implies trying something new or untested.

Example sentences

  1. I want to experiment with baking a cake from scratch.
  2. Scientists experiment with different chemicals to see how they react.
  3. We will conduct an experiment to see which plant grows the fastest.
  4. The chef likes to experiment with new ingredients in her recipes.
  5. During the science fair, students will present their experiments to the judges.

Quotes

  • 'I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work.' - Thomas Edison
  • 'I have no special talent, I am only passionately curious.' - Albert Einstein
  • 'The most exciting phrase to hear in science, the one that heralds new discoveries, is not 'Eureka!' but 'That's funny...' - Isaac Asimov

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