experience

/ɛkspˈi‍əɹɪəns/

/ɪkˈspɪɹiəns/

to experience

MAIN VERB

to go through an emotion or physically feel something

synonyms : know

undergo or live through a difficult experience

synonyms : go through

go through (mental or physical states or experiences)

synonyms : get

undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind

synonyms : feel

undergo

synonyms : have

Experience

the skill and knowledge we gain from doing, feeling, or seeing things

the content of direct observation or participation in an event

an event as apprehended

Examples

1. The city experienced severe flooding after the heavy rain.

2. The company experienced a dry spell in sales, with lower revenue during the off-season.

3. Unfortunately, experience is the teacher of fools.

4. The team's new manager brings ten years' experience to the job.