What is the opposite of “baldheaded”?

What is the antonym of “baldheaded”?

The antonyms of baldheaded are hairy and hirsute. These antonyms describe the presence of hair on the head or body.

Brief Definitions of the Antonym(s)

Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!

hairy

Covered with hair; having a lot of hair.

Example

He has a hairy chest and arms.

hirsute

Having a lot of hair, especially on the face or body.

Example

He has a hirsute face and chest.

How are these antonyms different from each other?

• 1. Hairy is a more common term that describes the presence of hair on any part of the body.
• 2. Hirsute is a more formal term that specifically refers to the presence of hair on the face or body.

Good things to know

• 1. Describing Physical Appearance: Use hairy or hirsute to describe someone's physical appearance.
• 2. Comparing and Contrasting: Use these antonyms to compare and contrast people or animals with different amounts of hair.
• 3. Medical Terminology: Use hirsutism to describe a medical condition where women have excessive hair growth on their face and body.

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Remember this!

The antonyms of baldheaded are hairy and hirsute. Use hairy to describe the presence of hair on any part of the body, and hirsute to specifically refer to the presence of hair on the face or body. These antonyms can be used to describe physical appearance, compare and contrast, and in medical terminology.