dabble
4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for dabble, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To try an activity casually or occasionally, without serious commitment.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use dabble
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From an earlier form "dable," related to "dab," possibly influenced by a Middle Dutch word meaning to fumble or splash about.
Full origin of dabble →Frequently asked questions
What does “dabble” mean?
The word “dabble” means to try an activity casually or occasionally, without serious commitment. In plain terms, to try something a little, casually, without going all in.
How do you pronounce “dabble”?
“Dabble” is pronounced DAB-uhl (/ˈdæb.əl/ in IPA).
How do you use “dabble” in a sentence?
Here is “dabble” used in a sentence: “He dabbled in painting during his twenties but never took it seriously.”
What part of speech is “dabble”?
“Dabble” is a verb.
Where does the word “dabble” come from?
The word “dabble” comes from Dutch. From an earlier form "dable," related to "dab," possibly influenced by a Middle Dutch word meaning to fumble or splash about.
How many meanings does “dabble” have?
“Dabble” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to try an activity casually or occasionally, without serious commitment.