try

/traɪ/

Definitions

1. verb

to make an effort to do something; to attempt to do something

“I’ll try to finish the project by tomorrow.”

2. noun

an effort or attempt to do something; a test or trial

“It was a try at creating a new recipe.”

3. noun

a person or thing that is tried or tested

“The new car was a try at improving fuel efficiency.”

Synonyms

  • attempt
  • effort
  • endeavor

Antonyms

  • succeed