Attempt — synonyms, definition

1. attempt (Noun)

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attempt (Noun) — Earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something. ex. "made an attempt to cover all the reading material"

attempt (Noun) — The act of attacking. ex. "they made an attempt on his life"

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2. attempt (Verb)

aim aspire aspire to assail assault assay combat desire dig in endeavour essay intend labour make an effort offer plunge into propose pursue seek set about • • •

attempt (Verb) — Make an effort to accomplish something. ex. "The police attempted to stop the thief"

attempt (Verb) — Enter upon an activity or enterprise.

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