Synonyms

coiffed

American

[kwahft] / kwɑft /

coifed

adjective

(of the hair) arranged or combed in a coiffure; styled.

An elderly lady with perfectly coiffed hair had just stepped out of the elevator.

Etymology

Origin of coiffed

First recorded in 1520–30 (in spelling coifed ); coif ² ( def. ) + -ed ³ ( def. )

Example Sentences

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But when she arrives at Iona’s apartment, Andie is shocked to see that a coiffed perm, light makeup, a sensible suit and a string of pearls have replaced her friend’s beehives and gelled spikes.

From Salon • Feb. 28, 2026

But the runup has been dominated by the off-stage antics of the coiffed contestants and their Thai hosts, escalating into a feminist firestorm drawing the attention of Mexico's president.

From Barron's • Nov. 6, 2025

She cut a striking figure, travelling through the bush with her coiffed hair, form-fitting dresses and chic, translucent shades.

From BBC • Jan. 6, 2025

With ocean-gray eyes and a coiffed shock of white-blond hair, he almost could pass as a cousin of David Lynch.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 13, 2024

The men stepped out in evening clothes and the women stepped out after them, their hair coiffed up in elaborate detail.

From "The Martian Chronicles" by Ray Bradbury

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