coquettish

[ koh-ket-ish ]

adjective

1. (of a woman) characteristically flirtatious, especially in a teasing, lighthearted manner.

Other Words From

• 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

Word History and Origins

Origin of coquettish¹

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

Example Sentences

Her timeless look, retro style, and wounded, coquettish gaze recall classic film stars like Grace Kelly.

From The Daily Beast

Also on hand: coquettish cousin Lola, 15, and her twin younger brothers.

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She will never trade in the coquettish kitten heels for a sensible pump.

From The Daily Beast

The sun was shining when they arrived at Salon, the gayest, the most coquettish, the most laughing little town in Provence.

From Project Gutenberg

In spite of that lady's advanced age, these rooms had been newly fitted up in the daintiest, most coquettish style imaginable.

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

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Now his colouring is chic, capricious, and coquettish, now it is that of the most delicate faded Gobelin tapestry.

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

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