wavy

adjective

ˈwā-vē 

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

wavily

ˈwā-və-lē 

adverb

waviness

ˈwā-vē-nəs 

noun

Examples of wavy in a Sentence

She has wavy blond hair.

Recent Examples on the Web

The tables were arranged in long, wavy lines that provided open views to the water. — Kaitlin Menza, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Nov. 2026

The facade, inspired by the soft and wavy texture of Loro Piana fabrics, unfolds across three windows and is crafted from handmade terracotta ceramic tiles. — David Moin, Footwear News, 4 Nov. 2026

For her glam, Hurley opted for a wavy red wig that cascaded down to her ribs and heavy black eye makeup, including thick liner and bold mascara. — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 31 Oct. 2026

If your hair isn’t naturally wavy, use a curling iron to add waves, wrapping sections around the iron in opposite directions for a less polished look. — Lindy Segal, Glamour, 19 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1586, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for wavy

• gravy
• navy

Kids Definition

wavy

adjective

ˈwā-vē 

wavier; waviest

: having or moving in waves

wavy hair

waviness

-vē-nəs 

noun