attempt — to try to do or achieve something, especially something difficult
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to try to do or achieve something, especially something difficult
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈtempt/
Korean meaning: 시도하다, 노력하다
Korean pronunciation: 어**템**트
Example Sentences
- He attempted to eat 50 hot dogs in one sitting but gave up after 3.
- Students must attempt all questions in the exam.
- My attempt at speaking French resulted in ordering 10 chickens instead of asking for directions.
attempt
VERB//əˈtempt//
to try to do or achieve something, especially something difficult
A climber attempts to reach the top of a steep rock wall.
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Attempt the climb before doubt tempts retreat.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'attemter' and Latin 'attemptare', combining 'ad-' (to) and 'temptare' (to try or test). The word entered Middle English through Norman French influence.
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“He attempted to eat 50 hot dogs in one sitting but gave up after 3.”
“Students must attempt all questions in the exam.”
“My attempt at speaking French resulted in ordering 10 chickens instead of asking for directions.”
“The rescue team made several attempts to reach the stranded climbers.”
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