adj Uncommon

wavy

WAY-vee

Wavy (adj) means having a pattern of curves, rather than being straight or flat. Example: “She has long, wavy brown hair.”

adj

Having a pattern of curves, rather than being straight or flat.

"She has long, wavy brown hair."

"The road follows a wavy line along the coast."

Slang: drunk, or high on drugs.

"He got a little wavy after a few drinks."

How to use wavy

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishCurved rather than straight — most commonly used for hair, lines, or shapes.

When to use it

The "drunk" or "cool" slang senses are informal and mainly used in casual speech.

Common pairings

wavy hair wavy line

Word forms

wavier comparative, waviest superlative

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Etymology

From "wave" plus the adjective ending "-y."

Rhymes for wavy

navy Davy heavy gravy

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Frequently asked questions

What does “wavy” mean?

The word “wavy” means having a pattern of curves, rather than being straight or flat. In plain terms, curved rather than straight — most commonly used for hair, lines, or shapes.

How do you pronounce “wavy”?

“Wavy” is pronounced WAY-vee (/ˈweɪvi/ in IPA).

How do you use “wavy” in a sentence?

Here is “wavy” used in a sentence: “She has long, wavy brown hair.”

What part of speech is “wavy”?

“Wavy” is an adjective.

Is “wavy” a common word?

“Wavy” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “wavy” have?

“Wavy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: having a pattern of curves, rather than being straight or flat.