as in rugs
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
Relevance
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of wigs
The Jimmys made a late but jaw-dropping entry in the previous film, where their controversial outfits — blond wigs, tracksuits and the kind of jingle-jangle jewelry worn by depraved British TV personality Jimmy Savile — added a surreal, left-field jolt of WTF that almost derailed the ending.
—
Damon Wise, Deadline, 13 Jan. 2026
Then, of course, there are the wigs he’s made for his husband every Halloween, a job that takes months to complete.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 7 Jan. 2026
Sarnsoki also kept his lips sealed when asked how much of Jackman’s gray hair and beard came from wigs, and how much came from the actor himself.
—Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 6 Jan. 2026
In The Scenario, reporter Kirbie Johnson takes readers behind the scenes of the buzziest movies and TV shows to reveal how the best wigs, special effects makeup, and more are created.
—Kirbie Johnson, Allure, 6 Jan. 2026
Director Veverka has been involved in theater onstage and behind the scenes since childhood, from acting to props, wigs, hair, and makeup, but this is her first time directing.
—Myrna Petlicki, Chicago Tribune, 5 Jan. 2026
Look no further than the fact that the crew got into two separate fights this year while wearing silly wigs.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 1 Jan. 2026
Buzzard had recently rented a car at a local rental agency, where surveillance cameras captured Buzzard and Melodee disguised in wigs, the sheriff’s office said.
—Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN Money, 26 Dec. 2025
Investigators also believe that Ashlee swapped wigs throughout the trip, changing to a darker wig that is similar in color and style to the one Melodee was seen wearing.
—Greg Norman, FOXNews.com, 8 Nov. 2025
Damon Wise, Deadline, 13 Jan. 2026
Then, of course, there are the wigs he’s made for his husband every Halloween, a job that takes months to complete.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 7 Jan. 2026
Sarnsoki also kept his lips sealed when asked how much of Jackman’s gray hair and beard came from wigs, and how much came from the actor himself.
—Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 6 Jan. 2026
In The Scenario, reporter Kirbie Johnson takes readers behind the scenes of the buzziest movies and TV shows to reveal how the best wigs, special effects makeup, and more are created.
—Kirbie Johnson, Allure, 6 Jan. 2026
Director Veverka has been involved in theater onstage and behind the scenes since childhood, from acting to props, wigs, hair, and makeup, but this is her first time directing.
—Myrna Petlicki, Chicago Tribune, 5 Jan. 2026
Look no further than the fact that the crew got into two separate fights this year while wearing silly wigs.
—Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 1 Jan. 2026
Buzzard had recently rented a car at a local rental agency, where surveillance cameras captured Buzzard and Melodee disguised in wigs, the sheriff’s office said.
—Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN Money, 26 Dec. 2025
Investigators also believe that Ashlee swapped wigs throughout the trip, changing to a darker wig that is similar in color and style to the one Melodee was seen wearing.
—Greg Norman, FOXNews.com, 8 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wigs
rugs
Noun
-
Throw blankets, accent pillows, rugs, artwork, and other textiles (such as hand towels) are affordable to change with the seasons, and their impact is noticeable.—
Cori Sears,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Jan. 2026
-
Shop new area rugs, accent chairs, throw pillows, and more for up to 78 percent off.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
13 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Wigs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wigs. Accessed 19 Jan. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
