Synonyms of curl

curl 1 of 2

noun

as in wave

a length of hair that forms a loop or series of loops

let her hair grow in its natural curls

Synonyms & Similar Words

• wave
• lock
• ringlet
• frizz
• frizzle
• kink
• permanent
• perm
• set
• crimp
• tress

curl

2 of 2

verb

ˈkər(-ə)l 

as in to coil

to follow a circular or spiral course

an inviting path for joggers curls around the reservoir

Synonyms & Similar Words

• coil
• wind
• curve
• swirl
• spiral
• twist
• circle
• sweep
• entwine
• twine
• weave
• turn
• corkscrew
• loop
• arch
• arc
• bend
• whirl
• bow
• hook
• swerve
• veer
• wheel
• encircle
• crook
• zigzag
• bulge
• intertwine
• interlace
• meander
• lace
• enlace

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• straighten

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of curl

Noun

Whisper fringe also gives curly hair a breezy, bohemian vibe when cut to match your curl pattern, adds the stylist. — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 27 Sep. 2026

The pineapple updo, like Sarah Jessica Parker Although loose hairstyles seemed to reign supreme, style icons like Sarah Jessica Parker proved that even hair full of tousled curls could be worn in an updo without losing its appeal. — María Diez, Glamour, 26 Sep. 2026

Verb

The shiny, inky black strands were parted in the middle and curled under at the ends to really show off the layers, with the front portion perfectly cupping her jawline to frame her face. — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 27 Sep. 2026

The rising 50-day has acted as support on every meaningful pullback since June, and the 200-day at $228 is beginning to curl upward after a long flat stretch. — Josh Brown,sean Russo, CNBC, 21 Sep. 2026

Phrases Containing curl

• curl up