experimentation

[ik-sper-uh-men-tey-shuhn, -muhn-]

noun

1. the act, process, practice, or an instance of making experiments.

experimentation

/ ɪkˌspɛrɪmɛnˈteɪʃən /

noun

1. the act, process, or practice of experimenting

Other Word Forms

• experimentative adjective
• proexperimentation adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of experimentation¹

First recorded in 1665–75; experiment + -ation

Example Sentences

This led to experimentation with the revolutionary methods of fabrication that would later define the scene.

From Los Angeles Times

From her repetitious linework to her paintings of blue skies with surrealist feathers and self-portraits of her fragmented nude body, Hurtado’s art is marked by her sense of experimentation and constant changes in style.

From Los Angeles Times

I think experimentation is the key to success, and that’s always been that way for me.

From Los Angeles Times

Perfect for weeknight experimentation, and ideal for sneaking into family favorites.

From Salon

Such as, “Next time, let’s keep our experimentation top secret and isolated in deep space. You know, where nobody can hear you scream.”

From Salon

Related Words

• experiment 
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• trial and error