experimentation
n. uncountablen. the process of trying new things or testing ideas to see what happens. You use this to learn more about a subject or to find a better way of doing something.
n. the process of performing tests or trials to discover new information or validate a hypothesis. Often refers to creative or scientific exploration without a guaranteed outcome.
The chef encourages experimentation with different spices.
Years of scientific experimentation finally led the team to a breakthrough in renewable energy storage.
The artist's late period was defined by bold experimentation with digital textures, marking a significant departure from the traditional oil paintings that first established her reputation.
From Latin ex- + -periri (akin to periculum), "attempt". Morphologically experiment + -ation.
Frequently paired with the preposition 'with' when describing the subject being tested.