Synonyms of curl

curl 1 of 2

noun

as in wave

a length of hair that forms a loop or series of loops

let her hair grow in its natural curls

Synonyms & Similar Words

• wave
• lock
• ringlet
• frizz
• frizzle
• kink
• permanent
• perm
• set
• crimp
• tress

curl

2 of 2

verb

ˈkər(-ə)l 

as in to coil

to follow a circular or spiral course

an inviting path for joggers curls around the reservoir

Synonyms & Similar Words

• coil
• wind
• curve
• swirl
• spiral
• twist
• circle
• sweep
• entwine
• twine
• weave
• turn
• corkscrew
• loop
• arch
• arc
• bend
• whirl
• bow
• hook
• swerve
• veer
• wheel
• encircle
• crook
• zigzag
• bulge
• intertwine
• interlace
• meander
• lace
• enlace

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• straighten

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of curl

Noun

Biles, 29, wore soft glam makeup and her hair was styled in flowy curls. — Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 16 July 2026

Situated on the southern edge of North Carolina’s southernmost hook, which curls around the Neuse River and stretches towards the Atlantic, Beaufort is a historic fishing village that leans into its storied and salty charms. — Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 16 July 2026

Verb

Carol Blair was found in a bedroom curled in the fetal position and had three gunshots to the back of her head. — Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 14 July 2026

On the cover, Buffy is seen sitting on her bed and using a wooden stake meant for a vampire’s demise to curl her hair instead. — Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 14 July 2026

Phrases Containing curl

• curl up