Scribble — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun /ˈskri-bəl/ scrib·ble

Meaning & Definition of Scribble

Scribble (verb)

  1. to write or draw hastily or carelessly
  2. to fill or cover something with careless or worthless writings or drawings

Scribble (noun)

  1. a piece of writing or a drawing that is done quickly or carelessly

Scribble (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to write or draw hastily or carelessly

    "she scribbled a quick note on the pad by the door before leaving"

    similar: scratch, scrawl, squiggle
    related: doodle, jot (down), ink, inscribe, letter, pen, pencil, print, write

  2. to compose and set down on paper the words of

    "he scribbled a quick note to his wife and taped it to the front door"

    similar: author, pen, scratch (out), write
    related: cast, compose, craft, draft, draw up, formulate, frame, prepare, recast, redraft, revise, rewrite, letter, print, type, typewrite, record, take down, transcribe, autograph, pencil (in), register, sign, couch, express, phrase, put, word

Scribble (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in scratch, scrawl

    similar: cacography, hen scratch, hen track, scratch, scrawl, hand, handwriting, penmanship, script, backhand, copperplate, cursive, print, running hand, autograph, John Hancock, John Henry, signature

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Scribble

The most common words with a similar meaning to Scribble:

scratch, scrawl, squiggle, author, pen, scratch (out), write, cacography, hen scratch, hen track, hand, handwriting, penmanship, script, backhand, copperplate, cursive, print, running hand, autograph, John Hancock, John Henry, signature

Related Words for Scribble

doodle, jot (down), ink, inscribe, letter, pencil, cast, compose, craft, draft, draw up, formulate, frame, prepare, recast, redraft, revise, rewrite, type, typewrite, record, take down, transcribe, pencil (in), register, sign, couch, express, phrase, put

Word Forms of Scribble

Inflections: scribbled, scribbling, scribbles

Origin & Etymology of Scribble

Middle English scriblen, from Medieval Latin scribillare, from Latin scribere to write

First known use: 15th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Scribble

What does "Scribble" mean?

"Scribble" means to write or draw hastily or carelessly. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to write or draw hastily or carelessly. It has 3 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Scribble"?

Other words for "Scribble" include scratch, scrawl, squiggle, author, pen, scratch (out), write and cacography. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Scribble" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Scribble"?

There are 54 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Scribble". Common alternatives include scratch, scrawl, squiggle, author, pen, scratch (out), write, cacography, hen scratch and hen track.

How do you use "Scribble" in a sentence?

Examples of "Scribble" in a sentence: "she scribbled a quick note on the pad by the door before leaving"; "he scribbled a quick note to his wife and taped it to the front door".

Is "Scribble" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Scribble" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Scribble"?

"Scribble" is pronounced /ˈskri-bəl/ and divided into syllables as scrib·ble.

What is the origin of the word "Scribble"?

"Scribble" comes from Middle English scriblen, from Medieval Latin scribillare, from Latin scribere to write. First known use: 15th century.

What is another word for "Scribble" meaning "to write or draw hastily or carelessly"?

When "Scribble" (verb) means to write or draw hastily or carelessly, synonyms include scratch, scrawl and squiggle.