Word
experimenting
Phoneticsex·per·i·ment·ing
US/ɛkˈspɛɹəˌmɛntɪŋ/
UK/ɛkspˈɛɹɪməntɪŋ/
Definitions
01testing an idea
v. trying a new way of doing something to see if it works.
v. conducting a trial or test of a new method, idea, or activity to discover its effects.
“The chef is experimenting with different spices to improve the soup.”
“The research team is currently experimenting with alternative energy sources to determine which is most cost-effective for rural communities.”
Usage
Usually followed by the preposition 'with' when mentioning the subject of the test.
Pitfall
She is experimenting a new recipe.
She is experimenting with a new recipe.
The verb 'experiment' is intransitive and requires the preposition 'with' before the object being tested.
Synonyms
02the process of testing
n. the activity of doing experiments.
n. the act or process of performing scientific or practical tests.
“Years of experimenting led the scientist to a major discovery.”
“Constant experimenting in the laboratory eventually yielded a compound that was stable at room temperature.”
Usage
Functions as a gerund (a noun formed from a verb).
Synonyms
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