B1verbwork
US/əˈtempt/
UK/əˈtempt/
to try to do something, especially something difficult
More often (noun): an act of trying to do something, especially something difficult
In context
He attempted to swim across the river but had to turn back.
Don't attempt to fix the electricity yourself; call a professional.
Many students attempt the IELTS test more than once.
Words that go with attempt
verb + preposition
- attempt to escapeThe thief attempted to escape through the back window.
- attempt to explainShe attempted to explain the rules in simple words.
- attempt to answerPlease attempt to answer every question on the paper.
adverb + verb
- unsuccessfully attemptedHe unsuccessfully attempted to start the old motorbike.
verb + noun
- attempt a rescueFishermen attempted a rescue despite the huge waves.