as in empirical
based on observation or experience
possesses the kind of experiential knowledge that is gained only from a long and eventful life
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Recent Examples of experiential
The experiential dragon riding is more immersive and realistic
Watching the original Hiccup (voiced by Jay Baruchel) learn to saddle up and soar with Toothless entertained a generation of kid film fans.
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Brian Truitt, USA Today, 14 June 2025
These experiential spaces offer interactive opportunities like customization and live events.
—Sarah Jones, Sourcing Journal, 13 June 2025
According to a 2022 Student Survey Report by NACE (National Association of Colleges and Employers), nearly 80% of students participate in experiential learning.
—Vicki Salemi, Boston Herald, 8 June 2025
According to the course description, the class teaches college success strategies, goal-setting, learning style assessments as well as general and discipline-specific study skills in the context of various theoretical, practical, and experiential perspectives.
—Louis Casiano, FOXNews.com, 5 June 2025
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Brian Truitt, USA Today, 14 June 2025
These experiential spaces offer interactive opportunities like customization and live events.
—Sarah Jones, Sourcing Journal, 13 June 2025
According to a 2022 Student Survey Report by NACE (National Association of Colleges and Employers), nearly 80% of students participate in experiential learning.
—Vicki Salemi, Boston Herald, 8 June 2025
According to the course description, the class teaches college success strategies, goal-setting, learning style assessments as well as general and discipline-specific study skills in the context of various theoretical, practical, and experiential perspectives.
—Louis Casiano, FOXNews.com, 5 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for experiential
Adjective
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While Marcus has been making similar arguments for years and is known for his AI skepticism, the new research provides fresh empirical support for his particular brand of criticism.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
11 June 2025
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The research provides the first comprehensive empirical look at how these systems actually work, offering insights that could reshape Fourth Amendment jurisprudence.—
Lars Daniel,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2025
Adjective
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Proper mild cognitive impairment diagnosis requires a cognitive complaint by the patient or family member, objective evidence of cognitive impairment on testing, preserved independence in daily functioning, and confirmation that the person does not meet criteria for dementia.—
Nawab John Dar,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 June 2025
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Though my objective portrayals may not appear overtly loving, there is love in the motivation behind them.—
Lydia Davis,
Harpers Magazine,
18 June 2025
Adjective
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Sadly, the label would have none of that experimental nonsense.—
Ernesto Lechner,
Rolling Stone,
21 June 2025
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Indie Animation Finds Its Footing Despite the often overwhelming Hollywood presence, Annecy’s programming carved out space for independent, international and experimental work.—
Jamie Lang,
Variety,
20 June 2025
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“Experiential.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/experiential. Accessed 25 Jun. 2025.
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