Coy and Spineless

Coy

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

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

Nearby Words: coyness, coyly

Spineless

Spineless adjective - Having or showing a shameful lack of courage.
Usage example: spineless seamen who trembled at the first roar of the cannon

Coy and spineless are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Coy" instead an adjective "Spineless".
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