Synonyms for

Experimenting

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

Definition

To try something new or to test a hypothesis.

Synonyms & similar words

experiment tryout trial test explore investigate probe analyze examine study evaluate assess sample taste

Synonyms by register

Formal

investigating researching exploring analyzing

Informal

trying out messing with tinkering fooling around with

Literary

probing dissecting assaying

Antonyms

stopping concluding finalizing completing testing observing

Common collocations

  • experimenting with new ideas
  • experimenting on animals
  • experimenting in the lab
  • experimenting with different approaches
  • experimenting with drugs
  • experimenting with colors
  • experimenting with sound

Word family

noun experimentation
verb experiment
adjective experimental
adverb experimentally

Usage note

Often used in scientific or academic contexts, but can also describe trying new things in a less formal setting. Be mindful of ethical considerations when 'experimenting on' living subjects.

Example sentences

  1. I am experimenting with different colors to see which one looks best.
  2. Scientists are experimenting with new ways to cure diseases.
  3. She is experimenting with a new hobby to see if she likes it.
  4. The chef is experimenting with new ingredients to create a unique dish.
  5. The kids are experimenting with building different structures with blocks.

Quotes

  • 'I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work.' - Thomas Edison
  • 'In science, we learn best by failing, by being wrong, by experimenting.' - Melinda Gates
  • 'Experimentation is the mother of discovery.' - Ray Kurzweil

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