Attempt: meaning, definitions and examples

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attempt

 

[ ษ™หˆtษ›m(p)t ]

Noun / Verb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Noun

making an effort

An attempt is an act of trying to do something, typically with the aim of achieving a particular goal. It involves putting in effort and taking action towards a desired outcome.

Synonyms

effort, endeavor, try

Examples of usage

  • He made an attempt to climb the mountain, but had to turn back due to bad weather.
  • She made several attempts to contact him, but he never responded.
  • The team's attempt to win the championship fell short in the final game.
Context #2 | Noun

criminal activity

In legal terms, an attempt refers to the intent to commit a crime, coupled with an action that falls short of completing the crime. It is considered a serious offense and can lead to criminal charges.

Synonyms

endeavor, enterprise, undertaking

Examples of usage

  • The suspect was arrested for attempted robbery.
  • She was charged with attempted murder for her actions.
Context #3 | Verb

trying to do something

To attempt something is to make an effort to achieve or accomplish it. It implies taking action towards a goal, even if success is not guaranteed.

Synonyms

endeavor, try, undertake

Examples of usage

  • He attempted to fix the broken computer himself.
  • She attempted to break the world record in swimming.

Translations

Translations of the word "attempt" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น tentativa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเฅเคฐเคฏเคพเคธ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Versuch

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ percobaan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัะฟั€ะพะฑะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ prรณba

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ฉฆใฟ (ใ“ใ“ใ‚ใฟ)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท tentative

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ intento

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท deneme

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์‹œ๋„ (sido)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุญุงูˆู„ุฉ (muแธฅฤwala)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pokus

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pokus

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฐ่ฏ• (chรกngshรฌ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ poskus

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ tilraun

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะฐะปะฟั‹ะฝั‹ั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒชแƒ“แƒ (tsda)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ cษ™hd

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ intento

Etymology

The word 'attempt' originated from the Old French word 'attempter', which means 'to try'. It entered the English language in the late 14th century. The concept of attempting to achieve something has been a fundamental part of human nature throughout history, as individuals strive to overcome challenges and reach their goals.

See also: attempts, reattempt.

Word Frequency Rank

At #924 in the frequency ranking, this word is highly important for effective communication. It's commonly used in daily situations and should be prioritized in your vocabulary building.