SHAGGY Synonyms: 36 Similar and Opposite Words

shaggy

adjective

ˈsha-gē

Definition of shaggy

as in hairy

covered with or as if with hair a big, shaggy dog kept trying to lick my face

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as in fuzzy

made of or resembling hair a shaggy carpet that was a relic of the 1970s

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Recent Examples of shaggy The ferocious character also features shaggy black-and-orange hair that matches his tattered pants, and a large necklace adorned with teeth. — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 30 July 2026 In February, the actress was spotted in Los Angeles with film producer Josh Lieberman sporting a short, shaggy haircut that enhanced her natural texture. — Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 30 July 2026 There’s even a shaggy-bearded off-islander, an academic expert who has arrived to help find a solution. — Andy Lewis, HollywoodReporter, 25 July 2026 The shaggy bovines of the plains and boreal forests were nearly hunted to extinction in a frenzy of killing that decimated their population. — Matthew Wills, JSTOR Daily, 20 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for shaggy

Recent Examples of Synonyms for shaggy

Adjective

Her work often features naked women, sagging breasts, and hairy legs.

— Tania Azhang, Sacbee.com, 26 July 2026
Some plants are less likely to get eaten than others, namely, plants with strong fragrance and to a lesser extent, things that are hairy or heavily textured.

— Arricca Elin SanSone, Southern Living, 21 July 2026

Definition of hairy

Adjective

Meanwhile, the fuzzy nanofiber coating adheres to much smaller particles, which would normally pass through conventional filters.

— Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 5 Aug. 2026
But the timing and temperatures are still fuzzy, and highs could reach the low 90s again by Sunday, the weather service said.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of fuzzy

Adjective

It’s made of wrinkle- and shrink-resistant Tencel fabric, which is beloved for its moisture-wicking and silky benefits.

— Essence Wiley, InStyle, 8 Aug. 2026
This modern quilt is made from 300-thread-count organic cotton sateen, giving it a silky-soft feel and subtle sheen.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of silky

Adjective

The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives has had a rough year, and in a cynical way, that makes for great TV.

— Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 7 Aug. 2026
When the economy hits rougher patches, employers curtail hiring or tend to favor experienced workers, businesses lean more on technology to fill any labor gaps, and some consumers pull back on discretionary spending.

— Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2026

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