Definition

The quality or state of having waves or curls, often used to describe the texture of hair or the surface of water.

Example

The waviness of her hair gave it a beautiful, natural look.

Conversation

Have you noticed the waviness in your hair today?

Yeah, it’s really acting up!

I think the humidity is making it more wavy than usual.

Definitely! I usually love that waviness when it’s styled right.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Waviness → It is formed from "wave" (from Old English *wafian*, meaning to move to and fro) and "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "waviness" refers to the state of being wavy or having waves.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'wave' which describes a movement, and remember that 'waviness' means the quality of having that wave-like movement.

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