coquettish

[ koh-ket-ish ]
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adjective
  1. (of a woman) characteristically flirtatious, especially in a teasing, lighthearted manner.

Origin of coquettish

1
First recorded in 1685–95; coquett(e) + -ish1

Other words from coquettish

  • co·quet·tish·ly, adverb
  • co·quet·tish·ness, noun
  • un·co·quet·tish, adjective
  • un·co·quet·tish·ly, adverb
  • un·co·quet·tish·ness, noun

Words Nearby coquettish

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How to use coquettish in a sentence

  • She gave a slight nod of her pretty head, accompanying the coquettish movement with a wonderful smile.

    Menotah | Ernest G. Henham
  • Now his colouring is chic, capricious, and coquettish, now it is that of the most delicate faded Gobelin tapestry.

  • Venturita's coquettish expression betrayed her satisfaction at seeing herself admired.

    The Fourth Estate, vol.1 | Armando Palacio Valds