experiential

adjective

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

: relating to, derived from, or providing experience : empirical

experiential knowledge

experiential lessons

experientially

ik-ˌspir-ē-ˈen(t)-sh(ə-)lē 

adverb

Synonyms of experiential

• empirical
• observational
• objective
• experimental

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

Still, a weekend led by Winfrey may be another strategy the venue pursues, thinking beyond the films and concerts to larger experiential fare. — Hilary Lewis, HollywoodReporter, 14 Sep. 2026

Istituto Marangoni Firenze is also expanding its academic and experiential roster that addresses the industry-wide shift toward connecting the worlds of fashion, art, business, beauty, cosmetics and fragrance, wellness and hospitality. — Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 9 Sep. 2026

Additionally, the spa is one of the best in Orlando, featuring experiential showers, a sauna and steam room, a relaxation area, a private pool, and seven treatment rooms. — Megan Dubois, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2026

These days, travelers are increasingly on the hunt for conscious, experiential journeys. — Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

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

First Known Use

1691, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for experiential

• confidential
• differential
• evidential
• inessential
• inferential
• pestilential
• quintessential
• unessential
• equipotential
• geopotential
• jurisprudential
• nonresidential