Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
spuddle
Verb
/ˈspʌd(ə)l/
Definition
To engage in ineffective or confused activity; to waste time.
Examples
- Despite all his efforts, he seemed to only spuddle around the project without making any real progress.
- She spent the afternoon spuddling, reorganizing her desk instead of tackling her actual assignments.
Meaning
Spuddle refers to a lack of productivity, often characterized by busywork that does not achieve meaningful results.
Synonyms
- Fritter
- Dawdle
- Waffle
- Flounder
