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attempt Antonyms

Opposite of attempt

Because the opposite of attempt shifts with each meaning, the 10 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

An act of trying to achieve something, typically something difficult or uncertain.

Usage Example

"She passed her driving test on the very first abandonment."

Strong
abandonment
inaction
surrender

• verb (Context 2)

To make an effort to achieve or complete something difficult.

Usage Example

"The climbers plan to abandon the summit early tomorrow morning if the weather holds."

Strong
abandon
give up
quit
abstain
neglect

• noun (Context 3)

An unlawful act of attacking someone or trying to take a person's life.

Usage Example

"Extra security was arranged after authorities uncovered a plot involving an defense on the diplomat's life."

Strong
defense
protection

Similar words to attempt

Words similar to attempt shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

try
effort
endeavor
attack
strive
venture
assault
undertake
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• Nearby Words

attainability
attainable
attainment
attempt
attend
attendance
attendant

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Attempt. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/attempt
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