CultureSeptember 1, 2026

tousled

TOW-zuhld

Definition

Having an untidy or messy appearance, specifically referring to hair that looks intentionally styled to be slightly loose or windswept.

Etymology

Originating from the Middle English 'tousen,' meaning to pull or tear, the word relates to the act of roughing up or disheveling something, particularly hair.

In the news

The article uses 'tousled' to describe Shraddha Das’s hair, noting that this undone, imperfect look creates a contemporary contrast to her minimalist wardrobe.

Shraddha Das Makes Minimalist Fashion Look Bold and Unapologetic

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