Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
coquette
noun
/kəʊˈkɛt/
Definition
A woman who flirts or behaves in a playful manner to attract attention.
Examples
- She was such a coquette, always batting her eyelashes and giggling at the attention.
- The coquette enjoyed the thrill of flirting with numerous admirers.
- While he found her charming, he knew she was a classic coquette who played with hearts.
Meaning
The term refers to someone, especially a woman, who uses charm and flirtation to seduce or captivate others.
Synonyms
- flirt
- tease
- vamp
- siren
