Meaning & Definition of Coy in English

1. Affectedly modest or shy especially in a playful or provocative way

2. Showing marked and often playful or irritating evasiveness or reluctance to make a definite or committing statement

• "A politician coy about his intentions"

3. Modestly or warily rejecting approaches or overtures

• "Like a wild young colt, very inquisitive but very coy and not to be easily cajoled"