Dabbler

Pronunciation: /ˈdæblər/

Definitions of dabbler

noun a person who takes up an activity or interest in a superficial way

Example Sentences

A1 She is a dabbler in painting, trying out different techniques and styles.

A2 As a dabbler in photography, he enjoys taking pictures in his free time.

B1 The dabbler in gardening planted a variety of flowers in her backyard.

B2 Being a dabbler in cooking, she likes to experiment with new recipes and ingredients.

C1 The dabbler in literature has read extensively across different genres and time periods.

C2 He is a true dabbler in the arts, proficient in painting, sculpture, and music.

Examples of dabbler in a Sentence

formal The art collector was merely a dabbler in the world of painting.

informal She's just a dabbler when it comes to playing the guitar.

slang He's a dabbler in photography, but he's not that good.

figurative As a dabbler in the stock market, he often makes risky investments.

Grammatical Forms of dabbler

• past tense: dabbled
• plural: dabblers
• comparative: more dabbler
• superlative: most dabbler
• present tense: dabbles
• future tense: will dabble
• perfect tense: have dabbled
• continuous tense: is dabbling
• singular: dabbler
• positive degree: dabbler
• infinitive: to dabble
• gerund: dabbling
• participle: dabbling

Origin and Evolution of dabbler

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'dabbler' originated from the Middle English word 'dabben' which means to strike lightly or play in water.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'dabbler' expanded to refer to someone who engages superficially in an activity or hobby, rather than fully committing to it.