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 daily rhythm of the property will be anchored by two experiential hubs. —Lauren Mowery, Forbes.com, 12 May 2025

With more than 30 years of experience in experiential education, Lindsey brings a lifelong passion for informal learning and exhibit innovation. —Deb Harvell, Arkansas Online, 11 May 2025

The GTAs recognize the trailers, posters and innovative, experiential concepts as well as the ideas which drive the movie industry. —Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 8 May 2025

These positions require specialized safety certifications but offer unusual work environments and skill development in group facilitation, risk management and experiential education. —Marco Buscaglia, Boston Herald, 5 May 2025

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

Rhymes for experiential

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