FRIZZY Synonyms: 14 Similar and Opposite Words

frizzy

adjective

Definition of frizzy

as in wavy

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Recent Examples of frizzy Morocco’s opening group match against Brazil was when the world sat up and took notice of this frizzy-haired kid. — Conor O'Neill, New York Times, 22 July 2026 This leave-in treatment is a lifesaver for those whose strands might be a difficult mix of fine and frizzy, leaving behind the perfect amount of hydration and smoothing power without weighing down strands. — Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 7 July 2026 Faris embraced Laurie with frizzy blonde hair and doomsday preparations as a result of her traumatic experiences. — Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 10 June 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 See All Example Sentences for frizzy

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Adjective

The island’s central main living area, moved closer to the beach, now has a long, wavy bar at its heart, which opens onto indoor and courtyard dining spaces.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Sep. 2026
Stuffing Flavored Wavy Potato Chips Good & Gather is also pairing its stuffing seasoning with the brand’s classic wavy potato chips (the ridges help trap all the seasoning, of course).

— Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of wavy

Adjective

All the while, a clean-up crew led by Drew Starkey’s kinky, idiosyncratic hit man Cyrus follows close behind, but this is a third, more vestigial movie, which only distracts from the main event.

— Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 31 Aug. 2026
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

Definition of kinky

Adjective

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

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