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Another word for try

Choosing another word for try depends on context, so the 35 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 5 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

An act of making an effort to accomplish, achieve, or test something; an attempt.

Usage Example

"She solved the complex puzzle on her very first attempt."

Strongest
attempt
effort
go
Strong
shot
stab
crack
endeavor
whirl
bash
trial

• verb (Context 2)

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

Usage Example

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

Strongest
attempt
endeavor
Strong
strive
seek
undertake
aim
venture
assay

• verb (Context 3)

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

Usage Example

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

Strongest
test
sample
try out
taste
Strong
evaluate
assess
appraise

• verb (Context 4)

To examine and decide a legal case or the guilt or innocence of a person in a court of law.

Usage Example

"The defendant will be tried before a federal jury next month."

Strongest
adjudicate
hear
Strong
judge
prosecute
examine

• verb (Context 5)

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 strain the passengers' patience."

Strongest
strain
tax
test
Strong
stretch
wear out
exhaust
burden
sap

Opposites of try

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

give up
quit
abandon
soothe
calm
forgo
ease
shun
See all opposites of try

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