Coyness and Diffidence

Coyness

Coyness noun - The attitude or behavior of one who insincerely courts the amorous attentions of others.
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Synonyms for Coyness

Diffidence is a synonym for coyness in shyness topic. In some cases you can use "Diffidence" instead the word "Coyness" as a noun or an adjective, when it comes to topics like bashfulness.

Nearby Words: coy, coyly

Diffidence

Diffidence noun - Lack of self-confidence.

Coyness is a synonym for diffidence in bashfulness topic. You can use "Coyness" instead the word "Diffidence" as a noun or an adjective.

Nearby Words: diffident, diffidently
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