coyly

Definitions

In a way that is intended to be attractive by being shy or modest.

In a manner that feigns shyness or modesty to be flirtatious or teasing.

In a way that is evasive or reluctant to give details.

Examples

She smiled coyly at him from across the crowded room.

The actress coyly avoided answering questions about her private life during the interview.

Synonyms

shyly demurely archly flirtatiously bashfully modestly reservedly

Antonyms

boldly brazenly shamelessly forwardly assertively openly confidently