CEFR C1

scribbly

adjective

Meaning

Characterized by messy, careless, or illegible marks resembling quick, aimless writing or drawing.

Examples

Her handwriting became increasingly scribbly as she rushed to finish the exam.
The artist intentionally used a scribbly style to give the sketch a sense of frantic energy.

Synonyms: messy, illegible, scrawled, indecipherable

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scribbly (C1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈskrɪbli/

Definition

Characterized by messy, careless, or illegible marks resembling quick, aimless writing or drawing.

Examples

Her handwriting became increasingly scribbly as she rushed to finish the exam.
The artist intentionally used a scribbly style to give the sketch a sense of frantic energy.
He left a scribbly note on the fridge that was almost impossible to read.

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