1. pretending to be shy or modest in order to attract attention or interest
2. reluctant to give details or information; evasive
3. genuinely shy or modest

Examples

• She gave him a coy smile from across the room.
• The actress was coy about her upcoming projects during the interview.
• He remained coy when asked about his relationship status.
• The child was coy around strangers but talkative with family.
• She played coy, pretending not to know what he was talking about.
• The politician was coy about his plans to run for office.
• Her coy behavior made it hard to tell if she was really interested.