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coy vs demure

demure vs coy

coy and demure both are adjectives.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
coy No Yes No No
demure No Yes No No
As adjectives, coy and demure are synonyms defined as:
  • coy and demure: affectedly modest or shy especially in a playful or provocative way
Other synonyms of coy include overmodest.
coy (adjective) demure (adjective)
showing marked and often playful or irritating evasiveness or reluctance to make a definite or committing statement affectedly modest or shy especially in a playful or provocative way
affectedly modest or shy especially in a playful or provocative way
modestly or warily rejecting approaches or overtures
Difference between coy and demure

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