wavy
The word “wavy” has 2 syllables: wa-vy
It's pronounced as /ˈweɪvi/
What is synonym and antonym for wavy?
In the thesaurus, “wavy” has 33 synonyms and 3 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for wavy along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for wavy
- bumpy
- coiled
- crimped
- crimpy
- crinkled
- crisp
- curled
- curly
- curved
- flexuous
- fluctuating
- frizzled
- frizzy
- kinky
- plangent
- rolling
- sinuate
- sinuous
- snaky
- squiggly
- twisted
- undulant
- undulate
- undulated
- undulating
- undulatory
- unstable
- vermiculate
- vibrating
- waved
- wavering
- waving
- winding
Antonyms for wavy
- straight
- straightened
- uncurled
Meanings of wavy
- adjective
- Rising or swelling in waves.
- Full of waves.
- Moving to and fro; undulating.
- Having wave-like shapes on its border or surface; waved.
- (of a margin) Moving up and down relative to the surface; undulate.
- Undé, in a wavy line; applied to ordinaries, or division lines.
- Drunk.
- noun
- The snow goose (Chen caerulescens).
Example Sentences
- She has long, wavy hair that shines in the sunlight.
- The artist painted a wavy pattern across the canvas.
- We followed the wavy road through the hills.
- His handwriting is neat but slightly wavy.
- The fabric had a soft, wavy texture to it.
On this page you'll find 36 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to wavy, such as: bumpy, coiled, crimped, crimpy, crinkled, crisp, curled.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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veering
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kinked
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