scribbler

/ˈskrɪblaɪər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who scribbles, especially one who writes or draws in a careless or hasty manner.

“She was a talented artist and a prolific scribbler of short stories.”

2. noun

A person who writes in a newspaper or magazine, especially a reporter or columnist.

“The newspaper hired a young scribbler to cover the local sports scene.”

3. verb

To write or draw in a careless or hasty manner.

“He scribbled a quick note to his friend before rushing out the door.”

Synonyms

  • columnist
  • journalist
  • scribbler
  • writer

Antonyms

  • fastidious
  • meticulous