ATTEMPT

• (noun) the act of attacking

  "attacks on women increased last year", "they made an attempt on his life"

  synonyms : attack

• (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"

  synonyms : effort , endeavor , endeavour , try

• (verb) enter upon an activity or enterprise

  synonyms : set about , undertake

• (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"

  synonyms : assay , essay , seek , try

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