Scribble
Verb
Definition: To write or draw hastily or carelessly.
Definition: To make meaningless marks or squiggles.
Synonyms: Scrawl, Jot, Doodle
Antonyms: Write neatly, Compose
Examples:
- The artist scribbled his thoughts on a napkin.
- The teacher scolded the student for scribbling on their textbooks.
Mnemonics:
- Imagine scribbling a note hastily during a meeting.
Etymology:
Origin:
Late Middle English, of unknown origin.
Historical Usage:The word "scribble" has been used for centuries to describe quick, careless writing or drawing.
Related Idioms:
Idiom:
"Scribble down"
Explanation:To quickly write something without paying much attention to neatness or formality.
Misconceptions:
Misconception:
Confusing "scribble" with "write".
Explanation:While scribbling is a form of writing, it typically refers to hasty, careless, or messy writing.