Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
attempt
Verb and Noun
/əˈtɛmpt/
Definition
To make an effort to achieve or complete something.
Examples
- She made an attempt to climb the mountain.
- Despite his attempt, he could not solve the puzzle.
- The project was a noble attempt to improve community life.
Meaning
An attempt refers to the action of trying to do something, especially something difficult.
Synonyms
- Try
- Effort
- Attemptation
- Endeavor