Antonyms for
try
To attempt
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No Antonyms Found for Try

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All Definitions for Try

Below are all the dictionary definitions of try:

1To attempt
2To endeavour. Followed by infinitive.
3To separate (precious metal etc.) from the ore by melting
4To purify, refine.
5To winnow
6To sift
7To pick out
8Frequently followed by out.
9To extract oil from blubber or fat
10To melt down blubber to obtain oil
11To extract wax from a honeycomb
12To test, to work out.
13To make an experiment. Usually followed by a present participle.
14To put to test.
15To test someone's patience.
16To receive an imminent attack
17To take.
18To taste, sample, etc.
19To prove by experiment
20To apply a test to, for the purpose of determining the quality
21To examine
22To prove
23To test.
24To attempt to determine (by experiment or effort).
25To put on trial.
26To experiment, to strive.
27To have or gain knowledge of by experience.
28To work on something with one's best effort and focus.
29To settle
30To decide
31To determine
32Specifically, to decide by an appeal to arms.
33To attempt to conceive a child.
34To lie to in heavy weather under just sufficient sail to head into the wind.
35To strain
36To subject to excessive tests.
37To want, to desire.
38An attempt.
39An act of tasting or sampling.
40A score in rugby league and rugby union, analogous to a touchdown in American football.
41A field goal or extra point
42A move that almost solves a chess problem, except that Black has a unique defense.
43A block of code that may trigger exceptions the programmer expects to catch, usually demarcated by the keyword try.
44To divide
45To separate.
46To do
47To fare.
48A screen, or sieve, for grain.
49Fine, excellent.

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What are antonyms for try?

Common antonyms for try. These words express opposite or contrasting meanings and can be used to create contrast in writing.

How many antonyms does try have?

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About antonyms for try

Finding the right antonym for try helps writers create contrast, clarify meaning, and add depth to their work. Defined as "To attempt", try has 0 opposite words that can be used to express contrasting ideas.

When choosing an antonym, consider the connotation, formality level, and audience. Some alternatives work better in casual conversation while others shine in academic or professional writing. For example, using a more formal antonym in a business email can elevate your tone, while a casual antonym might feel more natural in creative writing or dialogue.

It is also worth noting that not all antonyms are perfectly interchangeable. The context of your sentence, the surrounding words, and the intended emotional impact all play a role in selecting the best opposite word. The list above provides the most common and useful antonyms for try, but always read your sentence aloud to ensure the chosen word flows naturally.