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Meaning of attempt
The primary meaning of the word "attempt" is to make an effort or try to do something.
Etymology of attempt
The word "attempt" comes from the Old French word "atempter", which is derived from the Latin words "ad" (meaning "to" or "toward") and "temptare" (meaning "to try" or "to test")
Historically, the word has been used to describe a wide range of actions, from physical attacks to intellectual endeavors
Synonyms
Definitions
- To make an effort or try to do something, especially something difficult
- A try or effort to do something, especially something difficult
- An attack or assault, especially a physical one
Usage Examples
- She made an attempt to break the world record in the marathon
- The company will attempt to launch a new product next quarter
- The hikers had to make an attempt to climb the mountain before nightfall
Antonyms
failure
success
abandonment
relinquishment
surrender
cessation
discontinuation
halt
stop
cessation
refraining
avoidance
evasion
shirking
dodging
neglect
disregard
indifference
apathy
inaction
idleness
inertia
stagnation
quiescence