essay | Definition of essay

essay

verb

Synonyms and Antonyms of essay

to make an effort to do

he had been in gymnastics for some time before he even considered essaying that move

Synonyms of essay

assay, attempt, endeavor, seek, strive, try

Words Related to essay

fight, strain, struggle, toil, trouble, work

aim, aspire, hope

assume, take up, undertake

Phrases Synonymous with essay

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

Near Antonyms of essay

drop, give up, quit