attempting
verbDivide attempting into syllables:
at · tempt · ing
How to pronounce attempting:
Definition of attempting:
- attempting (verb):
- to make an effort (to do or achieve something)
- to make an effort to do, accomplish, solve, or effect
Synonyms for attempting:
undertakeendeavoringstruggleseekaimessaytrystrivingexperimentstriveShow 3 more
Antonyms for attempting:
omittingoverlookingignoringdisregardingevadingneglectingdodgingOther 3-syllable words like attempting
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