Words that Rhyme with attempt
1 Syllable Words
empt, tempt
2 Syllable Words
contempt, exempt, preempt, unkempt
Definitions of attempt
v. t. To make trial or experiment of; to try; to endeavor to do or perform (some action); to assay; as, to attempt to sing; to attempt a bold flight.
v. t. To try to move, by entreaty, by afflictions, or by temptations; to tempt.
v. t. To try to win, subdue, or overcome; as, one who attempts the virtue of a woman.
v. t. To attack; to make an effort or attack upon; to try to take by force; as, to attempt the enemy's camp.
v. i. To make an attempt; -- with upon.
n. A essay, trial, or endeavor; an undertaking; an attack, or an effort to gain a point; esp. an unsuccessful, as contrasted with a successful, effort.