Synonyms for experiment

Noun

1. experiment, experimentation, scientific research, research project

usage: the act of conducting a controlled test or investigation

2. experiment, experimentation, inquiry, enquiry, research

usage: the testing of an idea; "it was an experiment in living"; "not all experimentation is done in laboratories"

3. experiment, venture

usage: a venture at something new or different; "as an experiment he decided to grow a beard"

Verb

1. experiment, investigate, look into

usage: to conduct a test or investigation; "We are experimenting with the new drug in order to fight this disease"

2. experiment, try out

usage: try something new, as in order to gain experience; "Students experiment sexually"; "The composer experimented with a new style"