Synonyms for Hairy

Definition of hairy

adjective
  1. having or covered with hair; "Jacob was a hairy man"; "a hairy caterpillar"
  2. hazardous and frightening; "hairy moments in the mountains"

20 synonyms found

Writing tips for "hairy"

Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like alarming, comate, downy can replace "hairy" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.

With 20 alternatives available, "hairy" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.

"Hairy" in song lyrics

See how hairy is used in real songs:

  • "As we move down the line things start to get hairy"
    DC Talk — Yo! Ho! Ho!
  • "Cuz I'm ready as long as the neden's hairy"
    Insane Clown Posse — Lil' Somethin' Somethin'
  • "fugitive prosthetic limbs for hairy ???"
    Jedi Mind Tricks f/ Apathy, Yan the Phenomenon — The Apostle's Creed

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