How to sign: 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";
See also: test, try out, try, essay, prove, examine
Similiar / Same: try, attempt, essay, seek
Within this category: endeavor, fight, gamble, give it a whirl, grope, have a go, risk, take a dare