Difference between Coy and Timid

What is the difference between Coy and Timid?

Coy as an adjective is bashful, shy while Timid as an adjective is lacking in courage or confidence.

Coy

Part of speech: verb

Definition: To caress, pet; to coax, entice To calm or soothe

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: bashful, shy Quiet, reserved, modest. Reluctant to give details about something sensitive; notably prudish. Pretending shyness or modesty. Soft, gentle, hesitating

Timid

Part of speech: adjective

Definition: Lacking in courage or confidence.

Example sentence: Don't be too timid and squeamish about your actions. All life is an experiment.

We hope you now know whether to use Coy or Timid in your sentence.

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