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coy

/k//Oi/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

adjective

  1. Quiet; still.

    adjective

    Source: webster1913

adjective satellite

  1. affectedly modest or shy especially in a playful or provocative way

    adj.all

    Synonyms demure overmodest

    Source: WordNet 3.0

  2. showing marked and often playful or irritating evasiveness or reluctance to make a definite or committing statement

    adj.all

    Examples
    A politician coy about his intentions.

    Source: WordNet 3.0

  3. modestly or warily rejecting approaches or overtures

    adj.all

    Examples
    Like a wild young colt, very inquisitive but very coy and not to be easily cajoled.

    Source: WordNet 3.0

verb

  1. To allure; to entice; to decoy.

    verb

    Source: webster1913

  2. To behave with reserve or coyness; to shrink from approach or familiarity.

    verb

    Source: webster1913

Nearby words

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