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take a chance vs attempt

attempt vs take a chance

take a chance is not a noun while attempt is a noun.

take a chance and attempt both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
take a chance No No Yes No
attempt Yes No Yes No
As verbs, attempt is a hypernym of take a chance; that is, attempt is a word with a broader meaning than take a chance:
  • take a chance: take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome
  • attempt: make an effort or attempt
Other hypernyms of take a chance include assay, essay, seek, try.
take a chance (noun) attempt (noun)
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
the act of attacking
take a chance (verb) attempt (verb)
take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome enter upon an activity or enterprise
make an effort or attempt
Difference between take a chance and attempt

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