CURVACEOUS Synonyms: 22 Similar and Opposite Words

curvaceous

adjective

ˌkər-ˈvā-shəs

variants also curvacious

Definition of curvaceous

as in shapely

having a well-proportioned feminine figure curvaceous swimsuit models

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Antonyms & Near Antonyms

shapeless

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Recent Examples of curvaceous The curvaceous vehicle, which was designed and crafted by Bentley’s Mulliner bespoke division specifically for the occasion, is finished in Supernova Purple Ombre. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 29 July 2026 Rabolini imbued his designs with a similar sensibility, crafting jewels in sculptural and curvaceous gold, often embellished with vibrant gemstones that felt anything but conventional, from lemon quartz and prasiolite, to London blue topaz. — Laurie Brookins, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2026 The exterior is less theatrical than Disney’s, its shape rectilinear rather than curvaceous, yet a pink hue adds the requisite Gehry jazz. — Alex Ross, New Yorker, 15 June 2026 The late actress, who would have celebrated her 100th birthday on June 1, was known as a blonde bombshell, with all the emphasis put on her curvaceous figure and flirtatious way of speaking and singing. — Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 3 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for curvaceous

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Adjective

The bush is shapely, growing 3-4 feet tall, and does not produce rank growth.

— Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 11 Apr. 2026
Witch hazel matures into shapely shrubs that bloom annually.

— Steve Bender, Southern Living, 8 Mar. 2026

Definition of shapely

Adjective

On television, curvy models parade down the runway every now and then—Ashley Graham, Precious Lee, and Paloma Elsesser among them.

— Danielle Pergament, Allure, 19 Oct. 2026
This curvy wooden console table is perfect for open-concept lovers looking for minimal silhouettes.

— Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of curvy

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curtsy

curvaceous

curvature

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