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wavy Meaning & Definition

/ˈweɪvi/

What Does Wavy Mean?

As an adjective, wavy means Rising or swelling in waves. It is also used to mean Full of waves. As a noun, it means Alternative form of wavey.

Wavy in Brief

Part of speechadjective, noun
Pronunciation/ˈweɪvi/
Synonymsuneven, curly and rippled
Pluralwavies
Comparative / superlativewavier, waviest

Wavy Definition (Adjective)

  1. Rising or swelling in waves.

    wavy seas

  2. Full of waves.

    wavy swimming pool

  3. Moving to and fro; undulating.

    wavy bridge

  4. Having wave-like shapes on its border or surface; waved.

    wavy hair

  5. Moving up and down relative to the surface; undulate.
  6. Undé, in a wavy line; applied to ordinaries, or division lines, especially to symbolize a river.
  7. Drunk.
  8. Cool and fashionable.

Wavy as a Noun

  1. Alternative form of wavey .

Synonyms of Wavy

Wavy synonyms and antonyms →

Wavy in a Sentence

wavy seas

wavy swimming pool

wavy bridge

wavy hair

Word Forms & Grammar

wavy (comparative wavier, superlative waviest)

wavy (plural wavies)

Words That Rhyme With Wavy

Origin of Wavy

Origin 1: From wave +‎ -y.

Origin 2: See wavey.

Questions People Ask About Wavy

Is wavy an adjective or a noun?

Wavy is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a noun.

What is another word for wavy?

You can replace wavy with words such as uneven, curly and rippled. See the full list of wavy synonyms and antonyms.

What is the plural of wavy?

The plural of wavy is wavies.

What are the comparative and superlative forms of wavy?

The comparative form is wavier and the superlative form is waviest.

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