GRE Word List

COY

marked by cute, coquettish, or artful playfulness

The meaning of the word coy is marked by cute, coquettish, or artful playfulness.

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WordMeaning
ideologya manner or the content of thinking characteristic of an individual, group, or culture
viablecapable of living
putrescentundergoing putrefaction : becoming putrid
wheedleto influence or entice by soft words or flattery
assentto agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur
insightfulexhibiting or characterized by insight
jettisonto get rid of as superfluous or encumbering : omit or forgo as part of a plan or as the result of some other decision
tribunea Roman official under the monarchy and the republic with the function of protecting the plebeian citizen from arbitrary action by the patrician magistrates
deferencerespect and esteem due a superior or an elder
autonomoushaving the right or power of self-government