CEFR B1

experiment

noun, verb

Meaning

A scientific procedure undertaken to make a discovery, test a hypothesis, or demonstrate a known fact.

Examples

The chemist conducted an experiment to test the flammability of the new compound.
Her experiment involved growing plants under different light conditions.

Synonyms: test, trial, investigation, endeavor

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experiment (B1)

noun, verb

Pronunciation: /ɪkˈspɛrəmənt/

Definition

A scientific procedure undertaken to make a discovery, test a hypothesis, or demonstrate a known fact.

Examples

The chemist conducted an experiment to test the flammability of the new compound.
Her experiment involved growing plants under different light conditions.
The results of the experiment were published in a scientific journal.

How to Use experiment

experiment on (prepositional phrase): To test something using a particular subject or material. — "Scientists are not allowed to experiment on humans without strict ethical guidelines."
experiment with (prepositional phrase): To try out new ideas, methods, or substances. — "She likes to experiment with different cooking techniques."

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