experiential

adjective

ex·​pe·​ri·​en·​tial ik-ˌspir-ē-ˈen(t)-shəl How to pronounce experiential (audio)
: relating to, derived from, or providing experience : empirical
experiential knowledge
experiential lessons
experientially adverb

Examples of experiential in a Sentence

possesses the kind of experiential knowledge that is gained only from a long and eventful life
Recent Examples on the Web The class gives students experiential education in construction and trades, the news release said. Alec Johnson, Journal Sentinel, 14 May 2024 The festival is experiential learning, its cultural reparations and creative innovation bursting out of Indianapolis. Njera Perkins, Peoplemag, 13 May 2024 That’s probably plenty for a 90-minute play, but Alfonso also wants to explore the U.S. immigration system in a broader way, interspersing the narrative with short, experiential monologues coming from immigrants of different ages and from different places. Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 10 May 2024 Interactive and experiential features, proponents say, will bring a world class zoo, featuring savannas where African wildlife will roam. Joe Rubin, Sacramento Bee, 8 May 2024 The menu will include Wilson’s favorite salads, as well as crawfish, shrimp boils and boudin, in addition to a cocktail menu that features favorites such as whiskey, experiential group drinks and classic drinks. Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 7 May 2024 To teach in this unconventional manner, educators must shift from acting as sages on the stage to setting the stage for their students’ experiential learning. Boaz Dvir, TIME, 6 May 2024 The design fest draws interior design professionals and aficionados for two days (May 8 and 9) of dynamic panels, exclusive lunches, experiential offerings and compelling keynotes. Abigail Stone, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 May 2024 In this way, Airbnb is capitalizing on the rise of experiential travel by catering to the jet-setters looking for more than the traditional tourist activities and locations. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 2 May 2024

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Word History

Etymology

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

First Known Use

1658, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of experiential was in 1658

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Cite this Entry

“Experiential.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/experiential. Accessed 20 May. 2024.

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