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coyly Synonyms

Another word for coyly

Choosing another word for coyly depends on context, so the 10 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adverb (Context 1)

In a playfully shy, bashful, or flirtatiously reserved manner.

Usage Example

"She smiled demurely from across the room before looking away."

Strongest
demurely
Strong
bashfully
shyly
coquettishly
flirtatiously
modestly

• adverb (Context 2)

In a reluctant or evasive manner, especially when withholding information or avoiding a direct commitment.

Usage Example

"The spokesperson responded evasively when reporters asked about the upcoming merger."

Strongest
evasively
Strong
reticently
guardedly
cryptically

Opposites of coyly

The opposite of coyly shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

frankly
boldly
candidly
brazenly
openly
directly
forwardly
forthrightly
See all opposites of coyly

• Nearby Words

cowtown
cox
coy
coyly
coyness
coyote
cozily

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Coyly. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/coyly
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