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attempt vs grope

grope vs attempt

attempt and grope both are nouns.

attempt and grope both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
attempt Yes No Yes No
grope Yes No Yes No
As verbs, grope is a hyponym of attempt; that is, grope is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than attempt:
  • attempt: make an effort or attempt
  • grope: search blindly or uncertainly
Other hyponyms of attempt include pick up the gauntlet, take a dare, fight, struggle, give it a try, have a go, endeavor, endeavour, strive, give it a try, give it a whirl, adventure, chance, gamble, hazard, risk, run a risk, take a chance, take chances, lay on the line, put on the line, risk.
attempt (noun) grope (noun)
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something the act of groping; and instance of groping
the act of attacking
attempt (verb) grope (verb)
enter upon an activity or enterprise feel about uncertainly or blindly
make an effort or attempt fondle for sexual pleasure
search blindly or uncertainly
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