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he was a dabbler, learning the basics of many arts but mastering none
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First Known Use of dabbler
1611
dabbler Synonyms
Synonyms
amateur, dilettante, hobbyist, layman, nonexpert, nonprofessional, potterer, putterer, tinkererAntonyms
authority, expert, pro, professional, specialistRelated Words
all-rounder [British], generalist, general practitioner, jack-of-all-trades; aficionado (also afficionado), buff, devotee, enthusiast, fanSynonym Discussion of dabbler
amateur, dilettante, dabbler, tyro mean a person who follows a pursuit without attaining proficiency or professional status. amateur often applies to one practicing an art without mastery of its essentials
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- a painting obviously done by an amateur
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- remained an amateur despite lucrative offers
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- had no patience for dilettantes
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- a dabbler who started novels but never finished them
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- shows talent but is still a mere tyro
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