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.
Recent Examples on the Web
The layered, wavy effect dually fits the bill, channelling ripples in still water and the futuristic preservation efforts.
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Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 6 Apr. 2024
There is also the Spanish dancer, a slug in the form of a bright red wavy flamenco shawl.
—Helen Sullivan, Smithsonian Magazine, 2 Apr. 2024
Yet, the duo's resemblance is undeniable, especially with their brunette hair worn in the same effortlessly wavy style.
—Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 14 Mar. 2024
Mara's brown eyes pick up the warm flecks from the color in a most flattering way.
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Isla Fisher
Isla Fisher keeps her red locks long and wavy, giving even more life to the bright coppery color.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 22 Mar. 2024
Best for: Straight, wavy, or slightly curly hair types
How to Use: Comb the tool from the hairline to the crown of the scalp.
—Deanna Pai, Vogue, 18 Mar. 2024
Facebook Show more sharing options The men came in droves, sporting their long tresses, some sleek and straight, others wavy, frizzed and curly.
—Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Mar. 2024
Hair type: Best for natural hair types (wavy, curly, kinky, coily)
3/19
Best for Fine Hair: Art Naturals Moroccan Argan Oil Shampoo
A great option for repairing thin, brittle, and damaged hair, Dr. Green praises this product for its powerful combination of ingredients.
—Jenny McCoy, Glamour, 4 Mar. 2024
Taking one last page out of Swift’s style book, Earle layered an oversize, vintage Dolphins jacket over her chic look and topped it all off with a pom-pom hat, which paired perfectly with her wavy blonde hair.
—Bailey Richards, Peoplemag, 15 Jan. 2024
Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 6 Apr. 2024
There is also the Spanish dancer, a slug in the form of a bright red wavy flamenco shawl.
—Helen Sullivan, Smithsonian Magazine, 2 Apr. 2024
Yet, the duo's resemblance is undeniable, especially with their brunette hair worn in the same effortlessly wavy style.
—Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 14 Mar. 2024
Mara's brown eyes pick up the warm flecks from the color in a most flattering way.
07 of 30
Isla Fisher
Isla Fisher keeps her red locks long and wavy, giving even more life to the bright coppery color.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 22 Mar. 2024
Best for: Straight, wavy, or slightly curly hair types
How to Use: Comb the tool from the hairline to the crown of the scalp.
—Deanna Pai, Vogue, 18 Mar. 2024
Facebook Show more sharing options The men came in droves, sporting their long tresses, some sleek and straight, others wavy, frizzed and curly.
—Lori Weisberg, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Mar. 2024
Hair type: Best for natural hair types (wavy, curly, kinky, coily)
3/19
Best for Fine Hair: Art Naturals Moroccan Argan Oil Shampoo
A great option for repairing thin, brittle, and damaged hair, Dr. Green praises this product for its powerful combination of ingredients.
—Jenny McCoy, Glamour, 4 Mar. 2024
Taking one last page out of Swift’s style book, Earle layered an oversize, vintage Dolphins jacket over her chic look and topped it all off with a pom-pom hat, which paired perfectly with her wavy blonde hair.
—Bailey Richards, Peoplemag, 15 Jan. 2024
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“Wavy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wavy. Accessed 23 Apr. 2024.
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