frizzy

adjective

Definition of frizzynext
as in wavy

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Recent Examples of frizzy Faris embraced Laurie with frizzy blonde hair and doomsday preparations as a result of her traumatic experiences. — Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 10 June 2026 On the set of a 2024 Maybelline commercial in New York City, Osaka sat on the hood of a yellow cab, sporting frizzy ringlets. — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 28 May 2026 As a naturally frizzy girl, the Glossi is my go-to for a sleek blowout at home—every single time. — Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 29 Apr. 2026 This will lock in moisture and help lay down any remaining stubborn, frizzy hairs sticking up from your braids. — Danielle James, Allure, 22 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for frizzy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for frizzy
  1. wavy
  2. kinky
  3. waved
  4. frizzled
  5. curly
Adjective
  • In one drawing, a child covered a page with a sketch of a large book with lines of wavy strokes.
    — Rachel Aviv, New Yorker, 17 Aug. 2026
  • 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
Definition of wavy
Adjective
  • After all, this was the group that played a free show at a mental institution in 1978, the band whose frontman would wear kinky boots on Late Night With Conan O’Brien.
    — Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 21 Aug. 2026
  • His wife, Carol (Cardellini), has been having a kinky affair with weatherman Clark (Bateman).
    — Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of kinky
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  • The small, but spirited, Peruvian fan group in the north stands banged its drums and waved flags, finally able to be part of the party.
    — Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 7 June 2026
  • Outside, a cluster of demonstrators held signs and waved flags on the perimeter of courthouse property.
    — CBS Texas Staff, CBS News, 4 June 2026
Definition of waved
Adjective
  • If only a cheesesteak will do, head to Uncle Gus’ Steaks for frizzled ribeye and melted Cooper Sharp tucked into a seeded roll ($17).
    — Regan Stephens, New York Times, 2 July 2026
  • Place a few pierogi in center and top with frizzled leeks.
    — Barbara Ellis, Denver Post, 9 Mar. 2026
Definition of frizzled
Adjective
  • How to style a curly shag The key here is not trying too hard.
    — Chloe Burcham, Vogue, 18 Aug. 2026
  • On a trip to UC Irvine for orientation with her son, one flew into her long, curly hair.
    — Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of curly

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“Frizzy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frizzy. Accessed 23 Aug. 2026.

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