WAVY Synonyms: 14 Similar and Opposite Words

wavy

adjective

Definition of wavy

as in curly

having the curving shape of a wave or of many waves She has wavy blond hair. wavy lines

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Recent Examples of wavy Shorter loves this look for those with wavy, curly, or coily hair with medium to high density. — Loren Savini, Allure, 14 Oct. 2026 For example, if the edge of a leaf grows faster than its center, this can lead to a curled or wavy shape—as with Lollo lettuce. — Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 13 Oct. 2026 In the guest bathroom, wavy blue-and-white tiles are contrasted with doodle-like sea-creature wallpaper, a terrazzo countertop, and a clear shower curtain patterned with a yellow grid. — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 13 Oct. 2026 This best-selling two-pack is ideal for creating a sleek style with minimal effort because it’s engineered with non-slip wavy teeth that’ll stay in place all day. — Essence Wiley, InStyle, 10 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for wavy

Recent Examples of Synonyms for wavy

curly

Adjective

Murphy especially recommends one for fragile, damaged, or curly hair and suggests buying two, so there’s always a backup when one is in the wash.

— Valeriya Chupinina, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2026
The other person, her eyes narrowed, leans her face into the towering, curly Afro of her partner, who rests a hand on her rear end.

— Hanif Abdurraqib, New Yorker, 17 Oct. 2026