Essay Definition

essay
noun
  1. an analytic or interpretive literary composition
  2. a tentative attempt
verb
  1. 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"
  2. put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to; "This approach has been tried with good results"; "Test this recipe"

"Essay" in song lyrics

See how essay is used in real songs:

  • "Yo, check the topic to this essay"
    9th Prince f/ Islord, P.R. Terrorist — Slang Killaz
  • "They tell me to write a double essay"
    One.Be.Lo — Double Essay/S.S.A. (Remix)
  • "Call up the essay"
    X-Raided (a.k.a. Nefarious) — Hellraizer

Usage tips for "essay"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "essay" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for essay to find words that pair well.

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