Dictionary Check: attempt
"attempt" is a valid word!
Scrabble
11
points
Words with Friends
13
points
Definition
noun
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
Example:
"made an effort to cover all the reading material"
noun
the act of attacking
Example:
"attacks on women increased last year"
verb
make an effort or attempt
Example:
"He tried to shake off his fears"
verb
enter upon an activity or enterprise
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