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Experience

noun
/ɪkˈspɪə.ri.əns/

Meaning

practical contact with and observation of facts or events; knowledge gained through involvement
knowledge or skill gained through involvement in or exposure to something over time

Example Sentences

Her years of teaching experience made her an excellent mentor for new teachers.

She gained valuable experience while working abroad.

Example Expressions

learning from experience

Synonyms

knowledge, expertise, skill, background, practice, exposure, familiarity
Entry 1
knowledge, expertise, skill, background
Entry 2
knowledge, skill, practice, exposure, familiarity

Antonyms

inexperience, ignorance, naivety, unfamiliarity
Entry 1
inexperience, ignorance, naivety, unfamiliarity
Entry 2
ignorance, inexperience

Collocations

work experience, life experience, gain experience, valuable experience
Entry 1
work experience, life experience, gain experience
Entry 2
gain experience, valuable experience, life experience, work experience

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