Coy and Forceful

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Coy adjective - Not comfortable around people.

Usage example: a coy toddler who hides whenever anyone comes to the house

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Forceful is an antonym for coy.

Nearby Words: coyness, coyly

Forceful adjective - Having the power to persuade.

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Coy is an antonym for forceful.

Nearby Words: force, forced, forcible, forcefully, forcibly

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