Synonyms for

Attempts

Verb / ʌˈtempts / / ʌˈtemps / Another word for attempts — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To make an effort or try to do something

Synonyms & similar words

attack try effort attempt endeavour seek assay setabout undertake essay endeavor tries endeavors strives undertakes assays aims seeks ventures essays

Synonyms by register

Formal

endeavor undertaking pursuit venture

Informal

try shot go crack

Literary

essay trial assay

Antonyms

abstain desist forbear halt stop quit surrender

Common collocations

  • make an attempt
  • first attempt
  • successful attempt
  • failed attempt
  • repeated attempts
  • every attempt
  • attempt to do
  • attempt to solve

Word family

noun attempt
verb attempt
adjective attempted

Usage note

The noun 'attempt' often refers to a single effort, while the verb can describe the act of trying. Be mindful of using it in contexts where a more specific verb like 'try' or 'endeavor' might be more appropriate.

Example sentences

  1. He attempts to solve the puzzle.
  2. She attempts to bake a cake.
  3. They attempt to climb the mountain.
  4. He attempts to run a marathon.
  5. She attempts to learn a new language.

Quotes

  • Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts. - Winston Churchill
  • The only way to do great work is to love what you do. - Steve Jobs
  • Believe you can and you're halfway there. - Theodore Roosevelt

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