FRIZZY Synonyms: 14 Similar and Opposite Words

frizzy

adjective

Definition of frizzy

as in wavy

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Recent Examples of frizzy 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 As a naturally frizzy girl, the Glossi is my go-to for a sleek blowout at home—every single time. — Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 29 Apr. 2026 This will lock in moisture and help lay down any remaining stubborn, frizzy hairs sticking up from your braids. — Danielle James, Allure, 22 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for frizzy

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Adjective

Loonen’s tall, wavy bottle began making appearances in the feeds of influencers like Brooks Marks and celebrities like Dua Lipa.

— Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 Aug. 2026
The sprawling space has its own TV and sofa pair alongside a roomy bed, along with design touches like a twinkling mirror on the ceiling and a wavy carpet.

— Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of wavy

Adjective

After all, this was the group that played a free show at a mental institution in 1978, the band whose frontman would wear kinky boots on Late Night With Conan O’Brien.

— Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 21 Aug. 2026
His wife, Carol (Cardellini), has been having a kinky affair with weatherman Clark (Bateman).

— Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of kinky

Adjective

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

Adjective

Michael wore bell-bottoms, and his hair was long and curly, like Leah’s.

— Ruby Cramer, New Yorker, 31 Aug. 2026
Her hair is still red, but now straightened and shortened into a bob; the curly and queenly aura is now history in favor of something that is even h-o-t-t-e-r-t-o-go.

— Chris Willman, Variety, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of curly

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