scribbled

[ˈskrɪbəld]

scribbled Definition

write or draw (something) carelessly or hurriedly.

Using scribbled: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "scribbled" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She scribbled a note on the back of an envelope.

  • Example

    He scribbled down the phone number on a scrap of paper.

  • Example

    The child had scribbled all over the walls with crayons.

scribbled Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for scribbled

Phrases with scribbled

  • to write or draw something quickly and carelessly

    Example

    She sat at her desk, scribbling away in her notebook.

  • to write something quickly and carelessly

    Example

    I scribbled down the address on a piece of paper.

  • to erase or cross out something that has been written by scribbling over it

    Example

    She scribbled out the incorrect answer and wrote in the correct one.

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Summary: scribbled in Brief

'Scribbled' [ˈskrɪbəld] is a verb that means to write or draw something carelessly or hurriedly. It is often used to describe quick notes or drawings, as in 'She scribbled a note on the back of an envelope.' 'Scribbled' can also be used in phrases like 'scribble away,' meaning to write or draw quickly and carelessly, and 'scribble out,' meaning to erase or cross out something by scribbling over it.