a philosophy that uses data obtained from experiments in order to ascertain the integrity of an idea or proposed concept.
[n] - an orientation that favors experimentation and innovation 2. [n] - an empirical doctrine that advocates experimental principles
noun an orientation that favors experimentation and innovation; `the children of psychologists are often raised in an atmosphere of experimentalism`
doctrine or practice of relying on experimentation; empiricism. · fondness for experimenting or innovating: The psychologists' children were raised in an atmosphere of vigorous experimentalism.