BRUSHY Synonyms: 34 Similar and Opposite Words

brushy

adjective

Definition of brushy

as in shaggy

covered with or as if with hair the vogue for brushy cheeks on men reached a whimsical apex in the 19th century when muttonchop whiskers came in fashion

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Recent Examples of brushy Our little group followed a guide along a winding trail through brushy forest. — Craig Stanford, Big Think, 7 May 2026 Ticks are typically found in grassy, brushy or wooded areas, but many people encounter ticks in their own yards or neighborhoods. — Jack Armstrong, Memphis Commercial Appeal, 4 May 2026 Avoid wooded and brushy areas with high grass, when possible. — Arricca Elin Sansone, Southern Living, 25 Apr. 2026 In this mixed-game country, the mule deer stay almost entirely out on the brushy flats, the white-tails in the hills. — Jack O'Connor, Outdoor Life, 23 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for brushy

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The shaggy golden Saint Berdoodle was killed on June 13 by an LAPD officer while bounding out of Marseille’s Canoga Park apartment.

— Richard Winton, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026
Yeoh sported a shaggy platinum crop with dark roots peeping through, pairing her transformation with one of the brand’s signature skirt suits.

— Hannah Malach, InStyle, 7 July 2026

Definition of shaggy

Adjective

This daring accessory was first debuted in Schiaparelli’s fall 2024 ready-to-wear collection, and the hairy tie has been making the rounds with other celebrities such as Selma Blair.

— Christian Allaire, Vogue, 6 July 2026
The ambitious series will debut new episodes later this year, making this the perfect time to prop up your hairy feet and marathon the first two seasons.

— Matt Cabral, Entertainment Weekly, 22 June 2026

Definition of hairy

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Rabbit’s wide-leg EZ Pants are made of a silky, breathable blend of polyester and spandex, which keeps them airy and lends to their impressive quick-drying and anti-chafing properties.

— Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 10 July 2026
Strain it through a fine-mesh sieve for an extra-silky finish.

— Monti Carlo, AJC.com, 10 July 2026

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