Attempt
7 lettersverbcommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
To make an effort to achieve or complete something, especially when the outcome is uncertain. An endeavour to accomplish a goal through action.
“She will attempt to break the world record at tomorrow's competition.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/əˈtɛmpt/
Syllables
at·tempt
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Wordle
Double 'T' in the middle is a key pattern; common word with two vowels (A, E)
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Scrabble
Worth 11 points; the double T can help create parallel words
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