experiential

adjective

ex·​pe·​ri·​en·​tial ik-ˌspir-ē-ˈen(t)-shəl How to pronounce experiential (audio)
: relating to, derived from, or providing experience : empirical
experiential knowledge
experiential lessons
experientially adverb

Examples of experiential in a Sentence

possesses the kind of experiential knowledge that is gained only from a long and eventful life
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This kind of experiential approach, rooted in action learning principles, allows leaders to develop critical thinking skills in the context of actual work. Benjamin Laker, Forbes.com, 5 June 2025 Each remains committed to close faculty-student collaboration, strong market connections, and rewarding experiential learning that amplifies impact. Wake Forest University, Charlotte Observer, 3 June 2025 Sartori revealed that Zegna’s Dubai Mall location is the brand’s number-one store globally, underscoring the Middle East’s importance as a luxury market and the success of their experiential retail approach. Ritu Upadhyay, Footwear News, 2 June 2025 For instance, Martinez explained, the program provides an experiential understanding of the workings of city government in a day when participants take on roles in a mock city council meeting with the mayor. Nicole Gregory, Oc Register, 30 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for experiential

Word History

Etymology

borrowed from New Latin experientiālis, from Latin experientia experience entry 1 + -ālis -al entry 1

First Known Use

1658, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of experiential was in 1658

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“Experiential.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/experiential. Accessed 8 Jun. 2025.

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