Synonyms of curls

curls 1 of 2

noun

plural of curl

as in ringlets

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

let her hair grow in its natural curls

Synonyms & Similar Words

• ringlets
• waves
• locks
• frizzes
• frizzles
• kinks
• tresses
• crimps
• sets
• perms
• permanents

curls

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verb

present tense third-person singular of curl

as in coils

to follow a circular or spiral course

an inviting path for joggers curls around the reservoir

Synonyms & Similar Words

• coils
• winds
• curves
• swirls
• spirals
• circles
• twists
• twines
• sweeps
• weaves
• entwines
• corkscrews
• loops
• turns
• arches
• whirls
• arcs
• bends
• bows
• wheels
• hooks
• encircles
• swerves
• bulges
• zigzags
• veers
• laces
• crooks
• intertwines
• meanders
• interlaces
• enlaces

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• straightens

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of curls

Noun

Most of his targets were toward the numbers, hitting Donovan Olugbode and Brett Norfleet on curls and out routes near the sideline. — Pj Green, Kansas City Star, 4 Sep. 2026

In footage shared by fans on social media, the singer debuted a bold new hair look, ditching her signature voluminous red curls in favor of a short, sharp blunt bob with a bold set of microbangs. — Meg Walters, InStyle, 30 Aug. 2026

Made for pretty much every texture, the airy foam gives fine-to-medium hair body without weighing it down, while helping define and smooth thicker waves and curls without sacrificing movement. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 28 Aug. 2026

Shake it out, separate some of the curls and let a little frizz happen. — Chloe Burcham, Vogue, 18 Aug. 2026

As with all the award-winning brand’s products, this trio is thoughtfully designed for curls, coils and tight textures. — Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 14 Aug. 2026

Exercises like wall sits, leg raises, and hamstring curls can help improve strength, balance, and stability. — Rikkilynn Shields Hannigan, HEALTH, 13 Aug. 2026

Gramby asks her little girl, who has dark curls and a big smile. — Kristin Wright, NPR, 11 Aug. 2026

Second-Day Hair Is Underrated While many people might use velcro rollers when blow-drying hair for a bouncy blowout look, second-day hair actually holds better when styling for volume and curls. — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 10 Aug. 2026