essayer

/es.e.je/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who attempts or tries something; a beginner or novice, especially in a particular activity or skill.

“The young chef was still an essayer, but his dishes were getting better with each new creation.”

2. verb

To try or attempt something; to test or experiment with something.

“I will essayer to fix the engine before taking it to a mechanic.”

3. verb

To make an attempt at something; to try to do something.

“She will essayer to sing the difficult aria in the upcoming opera performance.”

Synonyms

  • aspirant
  • beginner
  • dabbler
  • novice

Antonyms

  • expert
  • master