Synonyms for
Wig
Definition
A wig is a head covering made of real or artificial hair that is worn for fashion or as part of a costume.
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- wear a wig
- a full wig
- a synthetic wig
- a human hair wig
- a curly wig
- a short wig
- a long wig
- a judge's wig
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Usage note
While 'wig' is common, 'hairpiece' or 'toupee' are more formal. 'Wig' can sometimes be used humorously or dismissively.
Example sentences
- She wears a wig to cover her baldness.
- The actors wore wigs to look like they were from the 18th century.
- I bought a wig for my Halloween costume.
- He had to wear a wig after losing his hair due to chemotherapy.
- The wig made her look like a completely different person.
Quotes
I'm not used to losing hair. I'm not used to seeing myself without a wig and without make-up.
I'm a performer. I wear wigs and I wear make-up. I'm like a clown.
I've got the wig and everything, but I'm not going to tell you who it is. I'm just going to be the lead singer.