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experimentalism

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ex·per·i·men·tal·ism  (k-spr-mntl-zm)
n.
Use of empirical or experimental methods in determining the validity of ideas.
ex·peri·mental·ist n.
experimentalism
a reliance on principles of empiricism in philosophy or science. — experimentalist, n.
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Noun1.experimentalism - an empirical doctrine that advocates experimental principles
empiricism, empiricist philosophy, sensationalism - (philosophy) the doctrine that knowledge derives from experience
2.experimentalism - an orientation that favors experimentation and innovation; "the children of psychologists are often raised in an atmosphere of experimentalism"
orientation - an integrated set of attitudes and beliefs
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