curly Meaning & Definition
/ˈkɜːli/
What Does Curly Mean?
Curly is an adjective that means Having curls. It can also mean Curling in a direction, as opposed to straight (quotation marks or apostrophes). As a noun, it means a person or animal with curly hair.
Curly at a Glance
| Part of speech | adjective, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈkɜːli/ |
| Synonyms | crisp, kinky and nappy |
| Antonyms | straight |
| Plural | curlies |
| Comparative / superlative | curlier, curliest |
Curly Definition (Adjective)
- Having curls.
- Curling in a direction, as opposed to straight (quotation marks or apostrophes)
- Complicated and difficult; knotty.
Curly as a Noun
- a person or animal with curly hair.
Synonyms of Curly
Curly synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Curly
Word Forms & Grammar
curly (comparative curlier, superlative curliest)
curly (plural curlies)
Words That Rhyme With Curly
Origin of Curly
From curl + -y.
Quick Answers About Curly
Is curly an adjective or a noun?
Curly is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a noun.
What is another word for curly?
You can replace curly with words such as crisp, kinky and nappy. See the full list of curly synonyms and antonyms.
What is the opposite of curly?
The opposite of curly is straight.
What is the plural of curly?
The plural of curly is curlies.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of curly?
The comparative form is curlier and the superlative form is curliest.