attempt
Language: EN · Kind: word · Transcription: [/əˈtɛmpt/]
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Senses
1. attempt (verb) — sense 1
Definition: To try.
Example: to attempt an escape from prison
2. attempt (verb) — sense 2
Definition: To try to move, by entreaty, by afflictions, or by temptations; to tempt.
Example: Yet since I see you fearful, that neither my coat, integrity, nor persuasion can with ease attempt you, I will go further than I meant, to pluck all fears out of you.
3. attempt (verb) — sense 3
Definition: To try to win, subdue, or overcome.
Example: one who attempts the virtue of a woman
4. attempt (noun) — sense 4
Definition: The action of trying at something.
Example: We made an attempt to cross the stream, but didn’t manage.
5. attempt (noun) — sense 5
Definition: An assault or attack, especially an assassination attempt.
Example: No man can charge us of any attempt against the realm.
6. attempt (noun) — sense 6
Definition: A substantial but unsuccessful effort (to commit a crime).
Example: Whoever voluntarily abandons the further commission of the offence or prevents its completion incurs no penalty for attempt.
Structure of the word
Roots:- tend (Proto-Indo-European)
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