CURVY Synonyms: 62 Similar and Opposite Words

curvy

adjective

ˈkər-vē

Definition of curvy

as in shapely

having a well-proportioned feminine figure a curvy brunette with lots of male admirers

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shapeless

as in curved

marked by a long series of irregular curves a perilously curvy stretch of a corniche along the Riviera

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Recent Examples of curvy The standout feature is the curvy central staircase, which meanders up to reach an octagonal cupola and a widow’s walk. — Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 3 Aug. 2026 Finding jeans that fit right is hard, but this curvy style from Quince can solve the problem. — Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 26 July 2026 Naturally, the home is filled with lots of midcentury furniture moments, from relaxed seating to curvy, wooden decor accoutrements. — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 23 July 2026 Designed by Cossutti & Ganz, the exterior eschews that typically boxy catamaran silhouette in favor of a slightly more curvy profile. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 7 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for curvy

Recent Examples of Synonyms for curvy

Adjective

The bush is shapely, growing 3-4 feet tall, and does not produce rank growth.

— Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 11 Apr. 2026
Witch hazel matures into shapely shrubs that bloom annually.

— Steve Bender, Southern Living, 8 Mar. 2026

Definition of shapely

Adjective

Emirates’ massive suite, which is perched over the center of Ashe, is being remodeled this year to emulate the spacious lounges and curved bar on its double-decker Airbus 380 planes.

— Jordan Valinsky, CNN Money, 29 Aug. 2026
The darkening will be incredibly subtle compared to that of a partial lunar eclipse, where the moon passes into Earth's intense inner shadow — the umbra — revealing our planet's curved silhouette on the lunar surface.

— Anthony Wood, Space.com, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of curved

Adjective

Purchasing Fresh Corn In The Husk To pick out your fresh corn still in the husk, start by giving the ear of corn a gentle squeeze to feel for plump kernels and avoid husks with brown holes, a sign of worms.

— Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 30 Aug. 2026
It can even be injected or taken as a supplement, though is most commonly found in moisturizers and serums to lock in hydration, plump, and smooth fine lines.

— Ellie Davis, Vogue, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of plump

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Every floor and room is dedicated to specific watch brands and timepieces, featuring bespoke details like watch-hand door handles and winding-crown faucet handles, all crafted by Florentine artisans.

— Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
As such, the show takes you on a winding journey of France’s influential craftsmanship and its impact on America via archival looks, dazzling objects, and more modern creations.

— Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 29 May 2026

Definition of winding

Adjective

Derby fixtures — meetings between teams brought together by geographical proximity and driven apart by rivalry — have their own twisted tempo and warped logic.

— George Caulkin, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026
Some have described this play as biting political theater and others as a suspense thriller or a twisted rom-com.

— Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of twisted

Adjective

The larvae feed on the tree through winter, carving serpentine tunnels that ultimately interfere with the tree’s ability to feed itself.

— Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Aug. 2026
But, for 2026 anyway, the conference has improved what had been a serpentine system.

— Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 15 July 2026

Definition of serpentine

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