Synonyms of curly

curly

adjective

ˈkər-lē 

as in curled

forming or styled into loops

the boy's naturally curly locks

Synonyms & Similar Words

• curled
• wavy
• waved
• frizzy
• kinky
• crimped
• frizzled
• crimpy
• crisp

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• straight
• limp
• lank
• uncurled
• straightened

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of curly

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

Pregnancy Hair Is Great Could there have been a better time to be exploring my secretly curly hair than while pregnant? — Jenny Hughes, Parents, 25 Aug. 2026

Those with curly hair should pay particular attention to the length and placement of their layers. — Laura Solla, Vogue, 24 Aug. 2026