coy

11 plus vocabulary word for grammar school entrance exams

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Learn the meaning of coy with synonyms, antonyms and an example sentence. Part of our 11 plus vocabulary list used for selective school and grammar school preparation.

coy

(adjective)

Meaning

shy but pretending to be innocent

Example

"She gave a coy smile when asked about her secret plans."

Synonyms

bashfulmodest

Antonyms

outspokenforward