Synonyms for Try
Definition of try
- noun
- 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"
- verb
- 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"
- put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to; "This approach has been tried with good results"; "Test this recipe"
18 synonyms found
Writing tips for "try"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like adjudicate, assay, attempt can replace "try" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 18 alternatives available, "try" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Try" in song lyrics
See how try is used in real songs:
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"But I'm stuck like Chuck and I won't even try"
11/5 — Garcia Vegas -
"And if you can't help yourself boy then why would you try"
2 Hungry Bros. present 8thW1 f/ Janelle Renee — More Go -
"If you can't do that, don't even try"
2 Live Crew — Throw the 'D'