definition of
attempt

[1] #1 attempt v. [try, seek, essay, assay] make an effort or attempt; "He tried to shake off his fears"; "The infant had essayed a few wobbly steps"; "The police attempted to stop the thief"; "He sought to improve himself"; "She always seeks to do good in the world". wn

[2] #2 attempt n. [effort, endeavor, endeavour, try] earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something; "made an effort to cover all the reading material"; "wished him luck in his endeavor"; "she gave it a good try". wn

[3] #3 attempt v. [undertake, set about] enter upon an activity or enterprise. wn

[4] #4 attempt n. [attack] the act of attacking; "attacks on women increased last year"; "they made an attempt on his life". wn