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Dabbled

Verb / ˈdæbʌld / Another word for dabbled — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The word 'dabbled' means to do something casually or without serious intent.

Synonyms & similar words

splattered playaround splashed dabble paddle spattered splasharound smatter experimented played toyed sampled tested tinkered fiddled diddled meddled interfered dipped splashed waded paddled doused immerse plunged soaked sloshed

Example sentences

  1. He dabbled in painting but never pursued it seriously.
  2. She dabbled in playing the piano but didn't take lessons.
  3. I dabbled with cooking, trying out different recipes.
  4. The child dabbled his feet in the shallow water at the beach.
  5. They dabbled with gardening, planting a few flowers in the backyard.

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  • "Creativity is allowing yourself to make mistakes. Art is knowing which ones to keep." - Scott Adams
  • "One learns from books and example only that certain things can be done. Actual learning requires that you do those things." - Frank Herbert
  • "The only way to do great work is to love what you do." - Steve Jobs

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