(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

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Rhymes

  • empt
  • tempt

  • attempt
  • contempt
  • exempt
  • unkempt