SYNONYMS AND RELATED EXPRESSIONS
experiential
adjective
Based on, gained through, or involving direct experience.
Local English device voice, when available. This is not a recorded dictionary pronunciation.
Based on direct experience
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Usage distinction
Return to topHands-on emphasizes active participation; experiential can include reflection on an experience as well.
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See experiential in use
The course paired lectures with experiential learning in the community garden.
The club organized an experiential exercise in which partners had to arrange an imaginary journey by speaking to one another.
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