experimentation
Translation
experimentation, testing
Examples
Experimentation is key to scientific progress.
Experimentation is key to scientific progress.
The course encourages artistic experimentation.
The course encourages artistic experimentation.
Grammar Patterns
experimentation ((with sth.)) the process of trying (sth.) new Experimentation with new materials is common.
experimentation ((on sth./sb.)) the process of testing on (sth./sb.) There are rules for experimentation on animals.
Similar Words
Synonyms: testing, trial and error, investigation
Etymology
From 'experiment' + the suffix '-ation', which forms nouns indicating a process or action.
Memory Tips
The '-ation' ending signifies the *process* or *act* of doing an experiment.