wavier; waviest
1
: rising or swelling in waves
also
: abounding in waves
wavy hair
2
: moving with an undulating motion : fluctuating
also
: marked by wavering
wavy lines
3
: marked by undulation : rolling
Examples of wavy in a Sentence
She has wavy blond hair.
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Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 5 July 2025
Many users say its citrus-floral scent is nearly identical to OUAI’s, and best of all, it's reported to work well on straight, wavy, and coily hair alike.
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 15 June 2025
Maldito’s distinctive take on femininity is applied to the boots, with a wavy bow adorning the shaft.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 20 May 2025
Ideal for straight or wavy hair, this lightweight cream smooths frizz, defines strands, and adds shine.
—Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 11 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for wavy
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“Wavy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wavy. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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