Experience

usgb/ɪkˈspɪriəns/
noun

The knowledge or skill acquired by a period of practical involvement in an activity.

My work experience gave me a lot of confidence.
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Often appears as...

  • work experience
  • personal experience
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Practical Involvement

Relates to hands-on activities or direct participation, not just theoretical knowledge.

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Her experience in nursing comes from years of hospital work.
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Time-Dependent

Implies learning that accumulates over a period, not instantly.

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His experience as a teacher developed over two decades.
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Personal Growth

Often used to express how someone improved or matured through activities.

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Living abroad is an experience that can broaden one's perspective.
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