fiddling Meaning & Definition
What Does Fiddling Mean?
As a verb, fiddling means present participle and gerund of fiddle. As a noun, it means The playing of music on a fiddle. As an adjective, it means Of petty or trivial importance; footling.
Fiddling at a Glance
| Part of speech | verb, noun, adjective |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | trivial, petty and picayune |
| Plural | fiddlings |
Fiddling Definition (Verb)
- present participle and gerund of fiddle
He was fiddling while Rome burned.
Fiddling as a Noun
- The playing of music on a fiddle.
- The act of fidgeting.
- Tweaking; manipulation.
Fiddling as an Adjective
- Of petty or trivial importance; footling
It was a fiddling little fault, but ultimately proved disastrous.
Verb
- To play aimlessly.
You're fiddling your life away.
- To adjust or manipulate for deception or fraud.
Fred was sacked when the auditors caught him fiddling the books.
- To play traditional tunes on a violin in a non-classical style.
- To touch or fidget with something in a restless or nervous way, or tinker with something in an attempt to make minor adjustments or improvements.
Noun
- Action of the verb to fiddle
Synonyms of Fiddling
Fiddling synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Fiddling
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Fiddling in a Sentence
He was fiddling while Rome burned.
It was a fiddling little fault, but ultimately proved disastrous.
You're fiddling your life away.
Fred was sacked when the auditors caught him fiddling the books.
Word Forms & Grammar
fiddling
fiddling (countable and uncountable, plural fiddlings)
Words That Rhyme With Fiddling
Frequently Asked Questions About Fiddling
Is fiddling a verb or a noun?
Fiddling is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as a noun and an adjective.
What is another word for fiddling?
You can replace fiddling with words such as trivial, petty and picayune. See the full list of fiddling synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of fiddling?
The plural of fiddling is fiddlings.