experiment
Translation
experiment, test, trial
Examples
The scientist conducted an experiment.
The scientist conducted an experiment.
It was an experiment in a new style of painting.
It was an experiment in a new style of painting.
Grammar Patterns
an experiment ((on sth./sb.)) a test on (sth./sb.) They did an experiment on rats.
an experiment ((with sth.)) a test using (sth.) It was an experiment with a new drug.
Similar Words
Synonyms: test, trial, investigation, research
Etymology
From Latin 'experiri' (to try). It breaks down into 'ex-' (out) and 'periri' (to try, test).
Memory Tips
An 'expert' is someone with 'experience' from doing many 'experiments'.