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postexperimental

postexperimental

7.5
The stage after an experiment when researchers check results
  • adjective
  • /ˌpoʊstˌɛkspəˈrɪmɛntəl/
  • Specialized
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  • After the experiment concluded, the researchers compiled the postexperimental data to analyze the outcomes.
  • postexperimental activity
  • postexperimental sexual
  • postexperimental sexual desire

Examples

  • Afterward, we administered a postexperimental questionnaire.

    Academic text (2001)
  • Also, we found no gender differences in reported postexperimental sexual desire and activity.

    Academic text (2004)
  • There was no significant difference between men and women in postexperimental sexual activity.

    Academic text (2004)
  • Also, there was no gender difference in postexperimental sexual desire and activity ratings.

    Academic text (2004)
  • The male participants had higher postexperimental sexual desire scores compared to the female participants.

    Academic text (2004)
  • Postexperimental sexual desire and activity ratings are shown in Figure 3.

    Academic text (2004)
  • After the interview, the participants were given the questionnaire about postexperimental sexual behavior.

    Academic text (2004)
  • However, the relationship between genital response and postexperimental behavior was in the opposite direction from what was expected.

    Academic text (2004)
  • Postexperimental sexual desire was also related to feelings of lust and approach ratings.

    Academic text (2004)
  • There was no significant difference between men's and women's postexperimental sexual activity scores.

    Academic text (2004)

Surface Forms

postexperimental positive

Morphology

postexperimental = experimental (transparent) = post + experiment + al

Standard prefixation of 'experimental' with 'post-' yields an adjective meaning 'occurring after an experiment'.

Etymology

Postexperimental is made of post- meaning 'after' and experiment meaning 'a test', so it refers to the time or activities that happen after an experiment finishes, such as checking results or reviewing what was learned.