wiggly
5 synonyms and 2 antonyms for wiggly, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Constantly moving with small, restless motions.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Constantly moving with small, restless motions.
“It is not easy to get a diaper onto a wiggly little baby.”
Opposites
2. adj
Curvy or wavy rather than straight, describing a line.
“He drew a wiggly line to represent the river on the map.”
Opposites
How to use wiggly
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
wiggly line
wiggly worm
Etymology
Formed from "wiggle" plus the adjective ending "-y."
Full origin of wiggly →Frequently asked questions
What does “wiggly” mean?
The word “wiggly” means constantly moving with small, restless motions. In plain terms, squirmy and restless, or (for a line) wavy rather than straight.
How do you pronounce “wiggly”?
“Wiggly” is pronounced WIHG-lee (/ˈwɪɡ(ə)li/ in IPA).
How do you use “wiggly” in a sentence?
Here is “wiggly” used in a sentence: “The toddler was too wiggly to sit still for the photo.”
What part of speech is “wiggly”?
“Wiggly” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “wiggly” have?
“Wiggly” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: constantly moving with small, restless motions.
