curvy

adjective

ˈkər-vē How to pronounce curvy (audio)
Definition of curvynext
1
as in shapely
having a well-proportioned feminine figure a curvy brunette with lots of male admirers

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2
as in curved
marked by a long series of irregular curves a perilously curvy stretch of a corniche along the Riviera

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Recent Examples of curvy Informal dahlias have petals that can be wavy or curvy, and their blooms are less uniform than formal dahlias. — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Aug. 2026 As someone with a curvy body type, the high-rise is more my speed for creating an hourglass figure, even with the relaxed fit. — Essence Wiley, InStyle, 9 Aug. 2026 The standout feature is the curvy central staircase, which meanders up to reach an octagonal cupola and a widow’s walk. — Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 3 Aug. 2026 Finding jeans that fit right is hard, but this curvy style from Quince can solve the problem. — Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 26 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for curvy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for curvy
  1. shapely
  2. curved
  3. plump
  4. winding
  5. curvaceous
  6. twisted
  7. serpentine
Adjective
  • The bush is shapely, growing 3-4 feet tall, and does not produce rank growth.
    — Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 11 Apr. 2026
  • Witch hazel matures into shapely shrubs that bloom annually.
    — Steve Bender, Southern Living, 8 Mar. 2026
Definition of shapely
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  • Emirates’ massive suite, which is perched over the center of Ashe, is being remodeled this year to emulate the spacious lounges and curved bar on its double-decker Airbus 380 planes.
    — Jordan Valinsky, CNN Money, 29 Aug. 2026
  • The darkening will be incredibly subtle compared to that of a partial lunar eclipse, where the moon passes into Earth's intense inner shadow — the umbra — revealing our planet's curved silhouette on the lunar surface.
    — Anthony Wood, Space.com, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of curved
Adjective
  • Purchasing Fresh Corn In The Husk To pick out your fresh corn still in the husk, start by giving the ear of corn a gentle squeeze to feel for plump kernels and avoid husks with brown holes, a sign of worms.
    — Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 30 Aug. 2026
  • It can even be injected or taken as a supplement, though is most commonly found in moisturizers and serums to lock in hydration, plump, and smooth fine lines.
    — Ellie Davis, Vogue, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of plump
Adjective
  • Every floor and room is dedicated to specific watch brands and timepieces, featuring bespoke details like watch-hand door handles and winding-crown faucet handles, all crafted by Florentine artisans.
    — Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
  • As such, the show takes you on a winding journey of France’s influential craftsmanship and its impact on America via archival looks, dazzling objects, and more modern creations.
    — Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 29 May 2026
Definition of winding
Adjective
  • Brock's design looked almost alien compared to the curvaceous roadsters of the period.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Parton's legacy extended beyond her curvaceous figure, sky-high wigs, sparkly stilettos, and acrylic nails.
    — Jay Stahl, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of curvaceous
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  • What happens next are the most dramatic and twisted moments of his life, as these mysterious events bring Sam face-to-face with his younger self.
    — Grace Dean, Space.com, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Homes and businesses left intact after the flooding were still without electricity on Sunday, as twisted power line poles and wires lay tangled in the mud.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of twisted
Adjective
  • Peter Zumthor’s design hoists a serpentine platform atop pavilions that read like stout, truncated legs, making the edifice almost creaturely in its architectural stance.
    — George Baker, Artforum, 1 Sep. 2026
  • The larvae feed on the tree through winter, carving serpentine tunnels that ultimately interfere with the tree’s ability to feed itself.
    — Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of serpentine

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“Curvy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/curvy. Accessed 3 Sep. 2026.

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