Synonyms for

Woolly

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

Definition

made of or resembling wool; covered in wool or having a thick woolly coat

Synonyms & similar words

muddled woolyhaired muzzy flocculent wooly befuddled woollyhaired lanate woollyheaded woolyminded addled furry hairy shaggy coarse rough thick bushy fluffy fleecy woolen woolly-haired woolly-coated downy soft plush velvety silklike silken luxuriant lush

Example sentences

  1. The woolly sweater kept me warm in the cold weather.
  2. The sheepdog had a woolly coat that needed to be brushed regularly.
  3. The caterpillar had a woolly appearance due to its fuzzy hair.
  4. The woolly mammoth was an extinct species of elephant that lived during the Ice Age.
  5. The woolly worm was a popular children's toy in the early 1900s.

Quotes

  • "The woolly mammoth was a magnificent creature that roamed the earth many years ago." - Unknown
  • "I love wearing woolly socks on a cold winter day." - Unknown
  • "The woolly bear caterpillar is said to predict the severity of winter." - Unknown

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