Definition: Showing a lack of courage or bravery; afraid to face danger or difficulty.

Example: His cowardly behavior during the crisis disappointed his friends.

Definition: In a way that shows a lack of courage or bravery.

Example: He acted cowardly when he refused to stand up for his friend.

Definition: Feeling scared or intimidated to the point of giving in or submitting.

Example: The cowed student hesitated to speak up in class.

Definition: To make someone feel afraid or intimidated, often causing them to submit or yield.

Example: The fierce dog cowed the intruder, making him turn back.

Definition: To bend down or move back because of fear or pain.

Example: The dog began to cower when it heard the loud thunder.

Definition: Someone who is shy or modest in a playful or flirtatious way, often avoiding directness or commitment.

Example: She gave a coy smile when he complimented her dress.

Definition: To behave in a shy or modest way, often to attract attention or to be playful.

Example: She acted coy when he complimented her dress.

Definition: More reserved or shy than usual, often in a playful or flirtatious way.

Example: She gave him a coyer smile, hinting at her interest without being too forward.

Definition: This word describes someone who is shy or modest in a way that is intended to be alluring or attractive.

Example: She gave him a coy smile, making him curious about her thoughts.

Definition: Showing a shy or modest attitude, often in a playful or flirtatious way.

Example: She gave him a coying smile that made him curious about her intentions.

Definition: To act in a shy or modest way, often to attract attention or to be playful.

Example: She was coying with her friends, pretending to be shy about her new dress.

Definition: A little shy or modest, often in a playful or flirtatious way.

Example: She gave him a coyish smile that made him curious about her feelings.

Definition: In a way that is shy or modest, often in a playful or flirtatious manner.

Example: She smiled coyly at him, making it clear she was interested but not too forward.

Definition: The quality of being shy or modest in a playful or flirtatious way.

Example: Her coyness made her even more intriguing at the party.