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demure vs coy

coy vs demure

demure and coy both are adjectives.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
demure No Yes No No
coy No Yes No No
As adjectives, demure and coy are synonyms defined as:
  • demure and coy: affectedly modest or shy especially in a playful or provocative way
Other synonyms of demure include overmodest.
demure (adjective) coy (adjective)
affectedly modest or shy especially in a playful or provocative way 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
modestly or warily rejecting approaches or overtures
Difference between demure and coy

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