crimpy

adjective

Definition of crimpynext
as in wavy

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for crimpy
  1. wavy
  2. kinky
  3. frizzy
  4. curly
  5. waved
Adjective
  • For a limited time, Better Made is offering 7-ounce tins of its wavy chips covered in milk or dark chocolate for $10.99.
    Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 15 Dec. 2024
  • Dyson’s Black Friday 2024 Hair Deals Dyson’s Black Friday/Cyber Weekend deals are a beautiful thing, shaving $100 off unparalleled tools for drying and styling straight, wavy, curly, and coily hair.
    Jenny Berg, Vogue, 29 Nov. 2024
Definition of wavy
Adjective
  • The non-sudsy formula—free of drying alcohols, sulfates, and parabens—is prime for curly and kinky textures alike.
    Sarah Hoffmann, Allure, 22 Dec. 2024
  • Like a slightly more erudite and discriminating, but also kinky, Judy Blume!
    Alysia Reiner, Flow Space, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of kinky
Adjective
  • Some left my wavy hair dull and frizzy; others had an off-putting smell.
    Allure Editors, Allure, 19 Nov. 2024
  • Yellow: Things that have a texture that feels frizzy or velvety.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of frizzy
Adjective
  • Frequently Asked Questions What is the best product to moisturize curly hair?
    Sarah Hoffmann, Allure, 22 Dec. 2024
  • Everything [in Georgia] symbolizes wine—like the architecture of the medieval century, like churches, even Georgian polyphonic singing, which reminds me of the curly vines.
    Kurt Johnson, Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of curly
Adjective
  • Imagine snorkeling with playful sea lions, walking alongside giant tortoises, and watching the famous blue-footed boobies dance right in front of you or the waved albatross performing their (goofy-looking) mating ritual.
    Josh Rivera, USA TODAY, 6 Oct. 2024
  • On April 17 at Columbia University, demonstrators on campus formed an encampment and waved flags and signs showing solidarity with Palestinians.
    Dylan Wickman, The Arizona Republic, 2 May 2024
Definition of waved
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crimps

crimpy

crimson

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“Crimpy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/crimpy. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.

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