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

• empirical
• empiric
• existential
• experimental
• objective
• observational

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 experiential offerings here are as boundless as your imagination. —Mariah Tyler, Travel + Leisure, 4 June 2024

Expect many pit stops along this experiential journey, and bring a lot of podcasts and audiobooks to keep you company. —Steph Koyfman, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Apr. 2024

Lucas said the experiential component is critical for developing prospective teachers into qualified professionals. —Thomas Goodwin Smith, Baltimore Sun, 13 Apr. 2024

The class gives students experiential education in construction and trades, the news release said. —Alec Johnson, Journal Sentinel, 14 May 2024

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