DOODLE Synonyms: 52 Similar and Opposite Words

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verb

ˈdü-dᵊl

Definition of doodle

as in to play

to spend time in aimless activity I plan to spend the entire vacation just doodling

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Recent Examples of doodle

Verb

They were inspired both by the 2023 California Superbloom and memories of doodling flowers while growing up in India. — Anthony Paletta, Curbed, 17 May 2026 Koch bobbed by again, this time with glasses and a Harry Potter lightning bolt doodled on her face. — Michael Tedder, The Atlantic, 12 Apr. 2026

Noun

Soon my entire feed was pugs and poodles and beagles and portmanteau blends with absurd names like golden doodle and cavapoo. — Literary Hub, 11 June 2026 Not only do the records feature scuff marks and price tags, but poems and doodles—as if the blankness was begging to be filled in. — Emily Watlington, ARTnews.com, 24 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for doodle

Recent Examples of Synonyms for doodle

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The bridge — which connects Detroit and Windsor, Ontario — was named after legendary Canadian hockey player Gordie Howe who played for the Detroit Red Wings, symbolizing the longstanding relationship between the two countries.

— Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 22 July 2026
Starling Marte moved over to right field and Isaac Collins came in to play left field.

— Jaylon Thompson, Kansas City Star, 22 July 2026

Definition of play

Noun

Perhaps the most striking illustration involves a private intelligence firm staffed largely by former Israeli military and intelligence officers.

— David Niccolini, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
An Emily Henry novel announces warmth, wit, emotional accessibility, and optimism through bright palettes, graphic illustration, and playful typography.

— Madelyn Johnson, Literary Hub, 24 July 2026

Definition of illustration

Noun

The drawing also marks Powerball's expansion into the United Kingdom, bringing more players into the game and potentially setting the stage for even larger jackpots in the future.

— Fernando Cervantes Jr, USA Today, 26 July 2026
That would be the Powerball big prize, which will be up to $633 million for Monday’s drawing.

— David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 26 July 2026

Definition of drawing

Noun

Absolutely is still Abby, but an exaggerated, almost caricature of Abby, rather than a separate thing.

— Christina Perrier, InStyle, 30 July 2026
The assemblage turned the damaging caricature into a revolutionary hero, and made Saar a star of the Black Arts movement.

— Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 28 July 2026

Definition of caricature

Noun

After nearly seven months of inquires by outside law firm Jenner & Block, who were hired by Michigan to also investigate the culture of the Wolverines athletic department, an outline of findings were finally released on Monday morning.

— Trey Wallace OutKick, FOXNews.com, 20 July 2026
Now write the outline, capture the mentor’s notes, and set a date to test one section.

— Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 20 July 2026

Definition of outline

Noun

Except that’s precisely what awards shows are terrible at — those hammy yuk-yuk sketches, or weepy maudlin moments, that struggle to celebrate the industry by interlacing the show with a theatrical insert.

— James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 24 July 2026
The Tonight Show had fun with sound effects this week during a sketch on corruption and greed in the White House.

— Bethy Squires, Vulture, 24 July 2026

Definition of sketch

Noun

The heartwarming family portrait captures a moment of togetherness before an important new chapter for the eldest, who is set to begin boarding school at Eton College this fall.

— Mathilde Engelmann, Vanity Fair, 30 July 2026
His new cinematic experience, for example, turns romantic ideas of the summer on their head to paint a contemporary portrait of longing for connection steeped in resignation.

— Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 30 July 2026

Definition of portrait

Noun

Not only does the luxe style look more expensive than its actual price, but its loose, relaxed-fitting silhouette is so comfortable for long, hot days of sightseeing.

— Melony Forcier, PEOPLE, 26 July 2026
The classic Mary Jane silhouette provides a put-together look, while the adjustable buckle strap delivers a secure, customized fit.

— Grace Scollo, InStyle, 26 July 2026

Definition of silhouette

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