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Scribble - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Scribble means to write or draw quickly and carelessly, often resulting in messy or illegible marks. It can also refer to the untidy writing or drawing itself.

scribble

/ˈskrɪbəl/ /ˈskrɪbəl/

Definition:

To write or draw quickly or carelessly, often making marks that are hard to read.

Synonyms:

doodle, scrawl, jot, scratch

Part of Speech:

verb, noun

Antonyms:

print neatly, write carefully

Common Collocations:

scribble notes, scribble down, scribble in a hurry

Derivatives:

scribbler, scribbling

Usage Tips:

Use "scribble" for quick, messy writing or drawing; avoid for formal or neat work.

Common Phrases:

scribble away, scribble in the margins, scribble something down

Etymology:

From Latin "scribillare," a diminutive of "scribere," meaning "to write."

Examples:

  • 1. The child loves to scribble with crayons on paper.
  • 2. She quickly scribbled the phone number on a napkin.
  • 3. His notes were just illegible scribbles after the lecture.
  • 4. Don’t scribble on the walls—use a notebook instead!

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