Meaning of attempt
Definition of attempt
(noun)
earnest
and
conscientious
activity
intended
to do or
accomplish
something; "made an effort to
cover
all the
reading
material"; "wished him
luck
in his endeavor"; "she gave it a
good
try"
the act of attacking; "attacks on women
increased
last
year"; "they
made
an
attempt
on his life"
(verb)
make
an
effort
or attempt; "He
tried
to
shake
off his fears"; "The
infant
had essayed a few
wobbly
steps"; "The
police
attempted
to
stop
the thief"; "He
sought
to
improve
himself"; "She
always
seeks to do
good
in the world"
enter
upon an
activity
or
enterprise
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