Coquetry

usgb/ˈkəʊkɪtri/
noun

A behavior of trying to attract attention and admiration, especially from men, by pretending to be weak, and by using physical charm.

Her spirit was neither crushed by failure, nor inflated by a little success, trusting in her coquetry and her passion for art, she maintained her dignity.
Visual representation of "coquetry" - A behavior of trying to attract attention and admiration, especially from men, by pretending to be weak, and by using physical charm

Often appears as...

  • display of coquetry
  • act of coquetry
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Attract Attention

Coquetry is used to describe actions aimed at drawing someone's notice, especially in a flirty or playful way.

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With a bit of coquetry, she twirled her hair and smiled at him.
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Not Sincere

The word often implies that the charming behavior is not genuine, but rather calculated to manipulate.

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His coquetry seemed too refined to be sincere; everything was a calculated move.
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Subtle Art

Coquetry is usually subtle and indirect, involving non-verbal cues like body language rather than direct statements.

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Her coquetry was evident in the way she glanced over her shoulder.
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