Meaning & Definition of word "Attempt"

noun:

• 1. An effort made to achieve or complete something.
  • Example: Despite his first attempt, he knew he could do better next time.
• 2. A trial or effort to do something.
  • Example: Her attempt at baking a cake was a complete success.
• 3. An illegal or unauthorized effort to achieve something, often associated with a crime.
  • Example: The police reported an attempt to break into the bank last night.

verb:

• 1. To make an effort to accomplish something; to try.
  • Example: She will attempt to climb the mountain next summer.
• 2. To make an effort to achieve or complete a task.
  • Example: He attempted to fix the car by himself.
• 3. To test one's skill or ability in a particular activity.
  • Example: They attempted to break the world record in the marathon.