coy
definition: modestly or warily rejecting approaches or overtures
example: like a wild young colt, very inquisitive but very coy and not to be easily cajoled
speech part: adjective
synonyms:
definition: showing marked and often playful or irritating evasiveness or reluctance to make a definite or committing statement
example: The politician was coy about any intentions to run in the next election.
speech part: adjective
synonyms:
definition: affectedly modest or shy especially in a playful or provocative way
example:
speech part: adjective
synonyms:
demure
overmodest