attempt

verb

How many syllables in attempt?

There are 2 syllables in the word attempt.

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Divide attempt into syllables:

at · tempt

How to pronounce attempt:

Definition of attempt:

attempt (verb):: to make an effort (to do or achieve something); to make an effort to do, accomplish, solve, or effect

Synonyms for attempt:

activity

attack

batting

battle

best

bid

contribution

crack

effort

endeavor

endeavour

essay

fling

foray

liberation

mug's game

nisus

offer

pains

part

pass

play

power play

run

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Antonyms for attempt:

abandon

avoid

be idle

bypass

circumnavigate

circumvent

disbelieve

dismiss

disregard

dodge

don't worry about

drop

evade

forget

get around

get over

have nothing to do with

ignore

keep away from

keep clear of

keep one's distance from

misuse

neglect

omit

overlook

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