Synonyms for

Toyed

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

Definition

To play with something in a casual or non-serious way.

Synonyms & similar words

play diddle toy dally flirt fiddle play fiddle tinker manipulate handle molest flirt tease dally amuse entertain divert occupy busy engross preoccupy disturb agitate provoke trifle

Example sentences

  1. He toyed with the idea of quitting his job.
  2. She toyed with the cat using a piece of string.
  3. The children were happily toyed with their new toys.
  4. He toyed with the remote control, surfing through the channels.
  5. She toyed with his feelings, not realizing the harm she was causing.

Quotes

  • 'I'm not a toy to be toyed with!' - Simona Panova
  • 'Life is not something to be toyed with, but something to be cherished.' - Avijeet Das
  • 'The heart is not something to be toyed with.' - Lauren DeStefano

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