Synonyms of wig

wig

noun

ˈwig 

as in rug

a headpiece made of natural or synthetic hair usually worn to cover a bald area

the cancer patient started wearing a wig after losing all of her hair from chemotherapy

Synonyms & Similar Words

• rug
• hairpiece
• toupee
• switch
• extension
• postiche
• fright wig
• wiglet
• fall

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of wig

His obvious wig — made even more obvious since the actor is quite famously bald — still has more vivacity than the film’s tepid choreography. — Gregory Nussen, Deadline, 8 July 2026

Related Stories Johnson then addressed the online fixation on his wig. — Marc Malkin, Variety, 8 July 2026

The lobby’s retro Sweet N’ Glow Salon’s color scheme is as pink as a packet of Sweet N’ Low sugar substitute, complete with beehive hair dryers, vintage magazines, and a kitschy wig collection. — Allison Tibaldi, USA Today, 4 July 2026

Today, the deep indigo color is closely associated with the team, inspiring many supporters to wear blue wigs, jerseys and face paint on game day. — Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026

Phrases Containing wig

• wig (out)