experience 1 of 2

noun

ik-ˈspir-ē-ən(t)s How to pronounce experience (audio)
Definition of experiencenext
1
as in skills
knowledge gained by actually doing or living through something the hospital is looking for nurses with operating-room experience

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2
as in adventure
an exciting or noteworthy event that one experiences firsthand related in a book his experiences as a roving correspondent for network TV news

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experience

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verb

as in to undergo
to come to a knowledge of (something) by living through it eventually we all have to experience the loss of a loved one

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Recent Examples of experience
Noun
The vast majority of consumers are shopping or planning to shop in-store this season, and the in-person experience continues to shape what people ultimately buy. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 21 Aug. 2026 For most of that session, Melton squatted behind the plate, sweating and catching bullpens for pitchers who had more experience and more college offers. — Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026
Verb
Reports have revealed that moving such a large and capable naval formation into a region experiencing serious tensions demonstrates that Washington is prepared to maintain substantial military capabilities there. — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 22 Aug. 2026 Whenever the household experienced a milestone — a reunion, for example — Dick and Bunny would put out banners to mark the occasion. — David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 22 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for experience
Recent Examples of Synonyms for experience
  1. skills
  2. adventure
  3. undergo
  4. expertise
  5. time
  6. have
  7. proficiency
  8. endure
Noun
  • The film realistically portrays their struggles to produce resources, emphasizing practical skills, patience, and learning over traditional survivalism.
    — Solitaire Townsend, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026
  • DeVito has a nice scramble DeVito showed off his running skills in the second quarter, breaking free for a 36-yard scramble to get the Patriots into Eagles territory for the first time.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of skills
Noun
  • Directed by Kim Soo-hoon, the musical fantasy adventure follows Princess Romi, Heartsping, and their crew venturing into the deep sea to rescue Queen Velita.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Aquarius January 20 – February 18 A thoughtful pause can help your next adventure feel more aligned.
    — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of adventure
Verb
  • The prototype will undergo primary assembly and integration at Xos’s Byrdstown, Tennessee, facility.
    — Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 23 Aug. 2026
  • Schanuel tweaked his side on Thursday night, and Meckler was still undergoing concussion tests after he was hit in the head by a pitch.
    — Jeff Fletcher, Oc Register, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of undergo
Noun
  • The significance of that approach lies in what happens when leaders resist the impulse to demonstrate their expertise.
    — Rodger Dean Duncan, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Discussions were led by Smith and David Longo, former chair of the Charlotte Regional Business Alliance, as well as others who could bring expertise and thoughtfulness to the topic of the day.
    — Peter St Onge, Charlotte Observer, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of expertise
Noun
  • New Florida women’s soccer coach Nick Zimmerman wasted little time signaling better days are ahead — much sooner than anyone expected.
    — Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Lanterns wastes little time explaining this backstory ad nauseam and instead creates an immediately inviting dynamic between him and Hal, who comes to him demanding information on Manhunters.
    — Siddhant Adlakha, Vulture, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of time
Verb
  • Mayer didn’t have that opportunity in the majors, spending chunks of time at second (53 games), third (39) and shortstop (26).
    — Justice delos Santos, Mercury News, 22 Aug. 2026
  • The neighborhood The island of Sveti Klement has no roads or cars, just a couple of tractors and a golf buggy to add to the pleasant feeling of being in your hideaway.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of have
Noun
  • Language arts proficiency rates dropped for half of the grades that took Colorado’s latest statewide achievement tests, while rates in mathematics held steady or increased, according to 2026 results released Wednesday.
    — Meg Wingerter, Denver Post, 19 Aug. 2026
  • How Candidates Are Using AI to Cheat Generative AI tools allow candidates to rewrite resumes to match job descriptions, exaggerate experience, and present skills convincingly regardless of actual proficiency.
    — Kara Dennison, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of proficiency
Verb
  • Cedars-Sinai apologized for any inconvenience Marina del Rey residents endured after the hospital's construction project caused a putrid odor to spread through the coastal neighborhood.
    — Nicole Comstock, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Iran still strikes at tankers, and expects some form of control over the strait to endure even after a diplomatic settlement.
    — Ishaan Tharoor, New Yorker, 20 Aug. 2026
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“Experience.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/experience. Accessed 25 Aug. 2026.

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