attempt | Definition of attempt

attempt

verb

Synonyms and Antonyms of attempt

to make an effort to do

after attempting—and failing—to start the lawn mower on my own, I finally succeeded with a neighbor's help

don't even attempt walking on your broken foot

Synonyms of attempt

assay, endeavor, essay, seek, strive, try

Words Related to attempt

fight, strain, struggle, toil, trouble, work

aim, aspire, hope

assume, take up, undertake

Phrases Synonymous with attempt

have a go at, shoot at (or shoot for), try one's hand (at)

Near Antonyms of attempt

drop, give up, quit