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Adjective

artfully or affectedly shy or reserved; slyly hesitant; coquettish.
shy; modest.
showing reluctance, esp. when insincere or affected, to reveal one's plans or opinions, make a commitment, or take a stand
The mayor was coy about his future political aspirations.
Archaic . disdainful; aloof.
Obsolete . quiet; reserved.

Verb (used without object)

Archaic . to act in a coy manner.

Verb (used with object) Obsolete .

to quiet; soothe.
to pat; caress.

Antonyms

adjective
aggressive , forward , immodest , impudent , unshy

Synonyms

adjective
backward , bashful , blushing , coquettish , demure , diffident , evasive , flirtatious , humble , kittenish , overmodest , prudish , rabbity , reserved , retiring , self-effacing , shrinking , shy , skittish , timid , unassertive , flirty , allure , arch , clever , cunning , distant , hesitating , modest , quiet , sly , still

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