essay
//ˈɛseɪ//
Noun
essaySingular
essaysPlural
1
A short piece of writing on a particular subject, especially one done by students as part of their coursework or as an academic exercise.
I have to write an essay about climate change for my history class.
2
A formal written composition that presents the author's perspective or argument on a specific topic.
She wrote a persuasive essay arguing for environmental protection.
Synonym
Verb
1
To attempt or try to do something.
He essayed to climb the mountain despite the bad weather.