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attempt Synonyms

Another word for attempt

Choosing another word for attempt depends on context, so the 15 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match 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 try."

Strongest
try
effort
endeavor
Strong
venture
trial
bid
go
shot

• verb (Context 2)

To make an effort to achieve or complete something difficult.

Usage Example

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

Strongest
try
endeavor
Strong
strive
undertake
seek
venture
tackle
Weak
essay

• 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 attack on the diplomat's life."

Strong
attack
assault

Opposites of attempt

The opposite of attempt shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

abandon
give up
defense
quit
protection
abandonment
inaction
abstain
See all opposites of attempt

• Nearby Words

attainability
attainable
attainment
attempt
attend
attendance
attendant

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