attempt

Get Printable Handwriting
(at-tempt) 2 syllables

Definition

verb. to try to do something.

Example Sentence

He will attempt his most difficult dive. OR The attempt to finish failed.

More Example Sentences

She made an attempt to climb the hill.

Synonyms

try; effort; endeavor

Antonyms

give up; quit; stop

Hear It! Say It! Write It!

attempt
Hear It! Say It! Write It!

Rhymes

  • empt
  • tempt

  • attempt
  • contempt
  • exempt
  • unkempt
Need accessibility help? If you experienced an issue using the dictionary, you can send us an accessibility support request.
Accessibility support