Coy and Ladylike

Coy

Coy adjective - Affecting shyness or modesty in order to attract masculine interest.

Ladylike and coy are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Ladylike" instead an adjective "Coy".

Nearby Words: coyness, coyly

Ladylike

Ladylike adjective - Befitting a woman of good breeding.

Coy and ladylike are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Coy" instead an adjective "Ladylike".
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