This is the 199th most frequent Japanese word.
体験
Direct personal experience.
In this sentence, '体験' is used to describe a specific and memorable event that someone personally experienced.
初めての海外旅行は素晴らしい体験でした。
My first overseas trip was an amazing experience.
In this usage, '体験' highlights personal growth or acquisition of experiences over a period of time.
その仕事を通じて多くの新しい体験を得ました。
Through that job, I gained many new experiences.
Here, '体験' refers to the immersive experience one feels when engaging with or being involved in something, in this case, virtually.