What is another word for coquettishly?

Pronunciation: [kəkˈɛtɪʃli] (IPA)

Coquettishly is an adverb that describes the actions of someone who is flirtatious or teasing in a playful manner. Synonyms for this word could include coyly, playfully, flirtatiously, teasingly, or saucily. These words describe the same behavior but with slightly different connotations. On the one hand, coyly suggests a modest or shy flirtation, while playfully implies a more light-hearted approach. Flirtatiously, teasingly, and saucily all suggest a more overt and potentially provocative behavior. All of these synonyms for coquettishly indicate some level of flirtation or teasing, but there are subtle differences in tone and connotation between the different words.

What are the hypernyms for Coquettishly?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Coquettishly

"I'm afraid you're a sad flatterer," she said, coquettishly.
"The Mermaid of Druid Lake and Other Stories"
Charles Weathers Bump
But when I looked again, Mr. Lee was talking with his daughter; while the widow stood by, grouping some flowers which she held coquettishly in her hand.
"Wives and Widows; or The Broken Life"
Ann S. Stephens
The boots were of the finest Spanish leather, and his hat a beaver-the brim in clasp coquettishly turned up, with a jewelled front holding a black ostrich feather that swept backward to his shoulder.
"The White Gauntlet"
Mayne Reid

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