Dabblingly

/ˈdæblɪŋli/ adverb

Definition

In a manner characteristic of a dabbler; casually, half-heartedly, or without serious commitment or deep engagement.

Etymology

From 'dabbling' (present participle of 'dabble') plus the adverbial suffix '-ly,' creating an adverb describing how something is done in a dabbling manner.

Kelly Says

The word 'dabblingly' is rare in modern English, but it captures something important—the difference between casually exploring something (dabblingly) versus being so shallow you never commit (being a complete dabbler).

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