·vi To make an attempt;
— with upon.
II. Attempt ·vt To try to win, subdue, or overcome; as, one who attempts the virtue of a woman.
III. Attempt ·vt To try to move, by entreaty, by afflictions, or by temptations; to Tempt.
IV. Attempt ·vt To Attack; to make an effort or attack upon; to try to take by force; as, to attempt the enemy's camp.
V. Attempt ·noun 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.
VI. Attempt ·vt 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.