WAVY Synonyms: 14 Similar and Opposite Words

wavy

adjective

Definition of wavy next

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 It’s designed with a round neck and a pleated, wavy texture that gives it an elevated look, perfect for dressier itineraries. —

Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 31 Jan. 2026 The shoes are crafted from wavy foot-framing panels of suede and mesh that add a captivating detail to the front of the pumps. —

Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 29 Jan. 2026 These clever lap dogs love quality time with their humans and need regular grooming to keep their wavy coats healthy. —

Monica Garske, USA Today, 29 Jan. 2026 But the jet stream periodically gets weak and wavy. —

Rebecca Hersher, NPR, 23 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for wavy

Recent Examples of Synonyms for wavy

curly

Adjective

At her Sicily wedding, bride Luisa Beccaria had her curly hair tied back with two rows of braids that came together with another braid down her back.

— Shelby Wax, Vogue, 7 Feb. 2026
Thick hair and curly textures (which tend to be naturally drier) can often tolerate and benefit from using more oil.

— Grace McCarty, Glamour, 6 Feb. 2026