coiffured
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /kwɑːˈfjʊrd/
KK: /ˈkwɑːfərd/
adjective
Definition
Having styled or arranged hair in a particular way, often elaborately or carefully.
Example
She arrived at the party with her hair beautifully coiffured.
Conversation
I love how your hair looks today; it's so well coiffured.
Thank you! I spent extra time on it this morning.
It really shows! I wish I could get my hair coiffured like that.
You can! Just try using some good styling products.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
styled
groomed
arranged
Antonyms
unkempt
disheveled
messy
verb
Definition
To style or arrange hair in a particular way.
Example
She coiffured her hair elegantly for the party.
Tense Forms
Past: coiffured
Past Participle: coiffured
Conversation
Did you see how she coiffured her hair for the party?
Yes, it looked amazing! I loved the curls.
I wonder if she coiffured it herself or went to a salon.
Root Explanation
Coiffured is derived from the French word 'coiffer' (meaning to style or arrange hair) and the suffix '-ed' (indicating a past action or condition). The term 'coiffured' refers to having styled or arranged hair, particularly in a fashionable manner.
Memory Tip
Think of 'coiffer' meaning to style hair, and remember that 'coiffured' describes someone whose hair has been styled.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.