noun “experience”
singular experience, plural experiences or uncountable
- the impact on someone's thoughts or emotions caused by an event they have seen or been involved in
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Riding the roller coaster was a thrilling experience that left her heart pounding long after the ride ended.
- something a person has done
My first experience riding a horse was both thrilling and a bit scary.
- the understanding or expertise gained from going through certain events or activities
Through years of working in different countries, she gained invaluable experience in cross-cultural communication.
verb “experience”
infinitive experience; he experiences; past tense experienced; past part. experienced; ger. experiencing
- to go through events or activities that can change or enhance one's understanding, beliefs, or abilities
She experienced great joy watching her daughter take her first steps.