Definition of essay - Rhyme Finder

Definitions

Noun

an analytic or interpretive literary composition

Noun

a tentative attempt

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"

Verb

put to the test, as for its quality, or give experimental use to; "This approach has been tried with good results"; "Test this recipe"

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Synonyms

assay attempt examine prove seek test try try out

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More General Terms

act attempt effort endeavor endeavour evaluate judge move pass judgment piece of writing try writing written material

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More Specific Terms

adventure chance composition control disquisition endeavor endeavour field-test fight float gamble give it a try give it a whirl grope have a go hazard lay on the line memoir paper pick up the gauntlet put on the line report risk run a risk strive struggle take a chance take a dare take chances thanatopsis theme verify

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