1. not based on or involving experimentation; not conducted as a scientific experiment
Usage: commonly used in academic and scientific contexts

Examples

• The study used a nonexperimental design to observe behavior in natural settings.
• Nonexperimental research methods include surveys and case studies.
• Unlike experimental groups, the nonexperimental control group received no intervention.
• The researchers chose a nonexperimental approach because manipulating variables was not feasible.
• Nonexperimental data can still provide valuable insights into social phenomena.
• The psychology course covered both experimental and nonexperimental research methodologies.