Synonyms for

Curls

Verb / kɜ:lz / Another word for curls — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Curls are a type of hair that is twisted or spiraled.

Synonyms & similar words

coil curl gyre lock kink robertfcurl curlicue wave curlup robertcurl curve uncoil robertfloydcurljr loop drawin whorl scroll roll ringlet ringlet coil twirl spiral wave loop kink frizz crimp tangle mop shock mane locks tresses strands fuzz fluff down pile

Synonyms by register

Formal

coils spirals ringlets

Informal

waves bends kinks

Literary

tresses locks ringlets

Antonyms

straightens unwinds unfurls smooths flattens

Common collocations

  • tight curls
  • loose curls
  • curly hair
  • hair curls
  • ringlets of hair
  • curls up
  • curls around

Word family

noun curl
verb curl
adjective curly

Usage note

As a noun, 'curls' often refers to the shape of hair. As a verb, it can mean to form into a spiral or to move in a winding way.

Example sentences

  1. She has long, curly hair.
  2. He used a curling iron to make her hair into curls.
  3. The little girl's curls bounced as she ran.
  4. I love the look of beachy waves and loose curls.
  5. The baby's hair was full of cute, little curls.

Quotes

  • "I love my curly hair, and I've had so many people tell me that they wished they had it!" - Lorde
  • "I like a girl with natural beauty - unblemished skin, dark hair, and little or no makeup. As for style, I like waves and curls." - Troy Gentile
  • "I love my hair because it's a reflection of my soul. It's dense, it's kinky, it's soft, it's textured, it's difficult, it's easy and it's fun. That's why I love my hair." - Tracee Ellis Ross

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