experimental, spatial, conditional, apparent, eventual: meanings and examples

Learn these 5 words from SAT Vocabulary Level 1 set 166. Each entry includes a definition, example sentence, pronunciation, and synonyms. Use the interactive cards above to practice them.

1. experimental · adjective/ɪkˈspɛmənˌtæl/

   relating to or based on experiment or expeirmentation

   The scientists developed an experimental method to test the new drug's effectiveness.

   Synonyms: tentative, trial, exploratory

   Origin: from Latin 'experimentalis', from 'experiri' meaning 'to try, to test'

2. spatial · adjective/ˈspeɪʃəl/

   relating to space or the position, area, and size of things

   The architect created a spatial layout that optimized the use of natural light and open areas in the building.

   Synonyms: spatially, area, locational

   Origin: from Latin 'spatialis', from 'spatium' meaning 'space'.

3. conditional · adjective/kənˈdɪʃ.ən.əl/

   dependent on a condition or conditions

   The team's advancement to the finals is conditional on their performance in the next match.

   Synonyms: dependent, contingent, provisional

   Origin: from Latin 'conditio' meaning 'a making together, condition'

4. apparent · adjective/əˈpɛr.ənt/

   clearly visible or understood; obvious

   Her talent for singing was apparent to everyone in the audience.

   Synonyms: obvious, evident, clear

   Origin: Middle French 'apparent', from Latin 'appārent-', the present participle of 'appārēre' meaning 'to appear'.

5. eventual · adjective/ɪˈvɛnʧuəl/

   occurring at a later time or as a result of a process

   After many discussions and negotiations, their eventual agreement brought peace to the region.

   Synonyms: subsequent, final, resultant

   Origin: from Latin 'eventualis', from 'eventus', meaning 'outcome, result'.