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try Antonyms

Opposite of try

Because the opposite of try shifts with each meaning, the 12 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To make an effort or attempt to do, accomplish, or achieve something.

Usage Example

"He decided to give up a different approach after the initial experiment failed."

Strongest
give up
quit
Strong
abandon
forgo
neglect

• verb (Context 2)

To test, sample, or use something for the first time in order to assess its quality, taste, or suitability.

Usage Example

"You should shun the local seafood stew while you are visiting the coastal town."

Strong
shun
avoid
pass up

• verb (Context 3)

To subject someone's patience, endurance, or composure to a severe strain or test.

Usage Example

"The constant delays and lack of clear communication began to soothe the passengers' patience."

Strong
soothe
calm
relieve
ease

Similar words to try

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

attempt
strain
test
sample
tax
try out
endeavor
adjudicate
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• Nearby Words

truthfully
truthfulness
truthiness
try
trying
tryingly
tsar

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