English adjective: coy |
1. | coy affectedly modest or shy especially in a playful or provocative way |
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| Synonyms | demure, overmodest |
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| Similar | modest |
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| Antonyms | immodest |
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2. | coy showing marked and often playful or irritating evasiveness or reluctance to make a definite or committing statement |
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| Samples | A politician coy about his intentions.
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| Similar | indefinite |
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| Antonyms | definite |
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3. | coy modestly or warily rejecting approaches or overtures |
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| Samples | Like a wild young colt, very inquisitive but very coy and not to be easily cajoled.
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| Similar | timid |
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| Antonyms | bold |
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