Synonyms for

Experiments

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

Definition

Experiments are scientific tests or procedures done to discover or test something.

Synonyms & similar words

experiment experimentation tryout tests trials investigations studies research exploration explorations procedures operations exercises attempts undertakings ventures projects tasks assignments analyses observations examinations dissections

Synonyms by register

Formal

trials investigations studies analyses

Informal

tests tries go's

Literary

ventures undertakings

Antonyms

certainties proofs conclusions facts verifications demonstrations

Common collocations

  • scientific experiments
  • conduct experiments
  • perform experiments
  • laboratory experiments
  • clinical experiments
  • field experiments
  • design experiments
  • run experiments

Word family

noun experiment
verb experiment
adjective experimental
adverb experimentally

Usage note

The word 'experiments' refers to procedures undertaken to discover or demonstrate a fact or principle. It is often used in scientific or academic contexts but can also refer to informal trials.

Example sentences

  1. We did some experiments in science class to see which materials conduct electricity.
  2. The scientist ran several experiments to test her hypothesis.
  3. I want to do an experiment to see if plants grow better with music playing.
  4. Experiments help us learn about the world around us.
  5. I wrote up my experiment and presented it to the class.

Quotes

  • All life is an experiment. The more experiments you make the better. - Ralph Waldo Emerson
  • Experiment is the mother of knowledge. - Benjamin Franklin
  • Science is simply common sense at its best, that is, rigidly accurate in observation, and merciless to fallacy in logic. - Thomas Huxley

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