Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
coyishly
Adverb
/ˈkɔɪ.ɪʃ.li/
Definition
In a shy, modest, or playful manner that sometimes suggests a sense of reluctance or timidity.
Examples
- She smiled coyishly when he complimented her dress.
- The child coyishly peeked from behind her mother, uncertain about the strangers.
Meaning
The term ‘coyishly’ refers to behaving in an affectedly shy or modest way, often to create a sense of intrigue or to avoid directness.
Synonyms
- Shyly
- Modestly
- Demurely
