Coyer

1coy pronunciation: function: adjective etymology: middle english, quiet, shy, from anglo-french quoi, quei, koi quiet, from latin quietusdate: 14th century 1 a : shrinking from contact or familiarity lt;'tis but a kiss i beg, why art thou coy? — shakespearegt; b : marked by cute, coquettish, or artful playfulness 2 : showing reluctance to make a definite commitment lt;a coy responsegt;synonyms see shy— coy;ly adverb — coy;ness noun