Experimental
12 lettersadjectivecommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Based on or using new ideas, methods, or techniques that have not been tried before. It can also refer to something relating to scientific experiments or testing.
“The researchers used experimental methods to test their hypothesis about cell regeneration.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ɨkspɛrəˈmɛntəl/
Syllables
ex·per·i·men·tal
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Wordle
Features the 'AL' suffix and multiple 'E' vowels; contains the 'EXPER' opening pattern
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Worth 23 points; the 'X' and 'P' tiles offer exceptional scoring opportunities
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