Experiential — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ik-ˌspir-ē-ˈen(t)-shəl/ ex·pe·ri·en·tial

Meaning & Definition of Experiential

Experiential (adjective)

  1. relating to, derived from, or providing experience, empirical

Experiential (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. based on observation or experience

    "possesses the kind of experiential knowledge that is gained only from a long and eventful life"

    similar: empirical, existential, experimental, objective, observational
    related: actual, factual, genuine, hard, material, real, accepted, established, tried, tried-and-true, indisputable, undeniable, demonstrable, provable, verifiable
    opposite: nonempirical, theoretical, unempirical
    near: conjectural, hypothetical, speculative, unproven, unsubstantiated, metaphysical, transcendentalist, visionary

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Experiential

The most common words with a similar meaning to Experiential:

empirical, existential, experimental, objective, observational

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Experiential

Words with the opposite meaning of Experiential:

nonempirical, theoretical, unempirical

Related Words for Experiential

actual, factual, genuine, hard, material, real, accepted, established, tried, tried-and-true, indisputable, undeniable, demonstrable, provable, verifiable

Near Antonyms of Experiential

conjectural, hypothetical, speculative, unproven, unsubstantiated, metaphysical, transcendentalist, visionary

Word Forms of Experiential

Derived words: experientially (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Experiential

borrowed from New Latin experientiālis, from Latin experientia experience:1 + -ālis -al:1

First known use: 1691

Frequently Asked Questions about Experiential

What does "Experiential" mean?

"Experiential" means relating to, derived from, or providing experience, empirical. As an adjective, it is defined as: relating to, derived from, or providing experience, empirical.

What is another word for "Experiential"?

Other words for "Experiential" include empirical, existential, experimental, objective and observational. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Experiential" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Experiential"?

There are 20 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Experiential". Common alternatives include empirical, existential, experimental, objective and observational.

What is the opposite of "Experiential"?

Antonyms of "Experiential" include nonempirical, theoretical and unempirical. Near antonyms include conjectural, hypothetical, speculative and unproven.

How do you use "Experiential" in a sentence?

Examples of "Experiential" in a sentence: "possesses the kind of experiential knowledge that is gained only from a long and eventful life".

Is "Experiential" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Experiential" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Experiential"?

"Experiential" is pronounced /ik-ˌspir-ē-ˈen(t)-shəl/ and divided into syllables as ex·pe·ri·en·tial.

What is the origin of the word "Experiential"?

"Experiential" comes from borrowed from New Latin experientiālis, from Latin experientia experience:1 + -ālis -al:1. First known use: 1691.