timid vs coy
coy vs timidtimid is a noun but coy is not a noun.
timid and coy both are adjectives.
| Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| timid | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| coy | No | Yes | No | No |
| timid (noun) | coy (noun) |
|---|---|
| people who are fearful and cautious |
| timid (adjective) | coy (adjective) |
|---|---|
| showing fear and lack of confidence | showing marked and often playful or irritating evasiveness or reluctance to make a definite or committing statement |
| lacking self-confidence | affectedly modest or shy especially in a playful or provocative way |
| lacking conviction or boldness or courage | modestly or warily rejecting approaches or overtures |
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