FRIZZY Synonyms: 14 Similar and Opposite Words

frizzy

adjective

Definition of frizzy

as in wavy

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Recent Examples of frizzy Ultra-nourishing and hydrating for dry, frizzy hair. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 20 Apr. 2026 Faris embraced Laurie with frizzy blonde hair and doomsday preparations as a result of her traumatic experiences. — Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 10 June 2026 On the set of a 2024 Maybelline commercial in New York City, Osaka sat on the hood of a yellow cab, sporting frizzy ringlets. — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 28 May 2026 Grace & Company Satin Pillowcase Oprah prevents frizzy hair and breakage with the Grace & Company Satin Pillowcase. — Ruby McAuliffe, InStyle, 4 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for frizzy

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Adjective

To blow out your curls for a wavy texture like Taylor's, Gutterman says to use a small round brush and focus your dryer on your ends to smooth out strands and give the ends that curl.

— Audrey Noble, InStyle, 2 July 2026
In a house where trim is stripped away, like 1022 Via Treviso, there’s nowhere to hide a wavy wall or a slightly off corner.

— David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 27 June 2026

Definition of wavy

Adjective

Oakland native Daveed Diggs has a grand time too in this wild celebration of kinky head and body games.

— Randy Myers, Mercury News, 11 June 2026
Unlike the coolly impassive Pop artists, the Who weren’t afraid to get personal, or to let their art echo the anxious, kinky, maladjusted yammering in their own heads.

— Jeremy Lybarger, Artforum, 2 June 2026

Definition of kinky

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The small, but spirited, Peruvian fan group in the north stands banged its drums and waved flags, finally able to be part of the party.

— Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 7 June 2026
Outside, a cluster of demonstrators held signs and waved flags on the perimeter of courthouse property.

— CBS Texas Staff, CBS News, 4 June 2026

Definition of waved

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