flirtatious

as in flirty
feeling or showing a sexual attraction for someone that is usually not meant to be taken seriously feeling flirtatious a flirtatious smile a flirtatious mood

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Recent Examples of flirtatious Vinnie Barbarino Was a Standout John Travolta’s Vinnie was known for his cocky swagger and flirtatious antics. Marc Berman, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025 Now, with their flirtatious Instagram exchange, GloRilla and Ingram appear to be embracing their status as one of the newest power couples blending the worlds of music and sports. Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 3 Sep. 2025 Beto and Uhura have been flirtatious with one another all season. Keith Phipps, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2025 Downs joins the My Life With the Walter Boys cast as Maria, a flirtatious new face who cozies up to Alex. EW.com, 28 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for flirtatious
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Adjective
  • For the occasion, Amal went flirty in a minidress that showcased her toned legs, arms and shoulders.
    Starr Bowenbank, PEOPLE, 30 Sep. 2025
  • There was a little moment between Adam and Laurel in the finale that almost seemed flirty.
    Sam Reed, Glamour, 18 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • After all, when coquettish Venus journeys through this methodical and down-to-earth sign, the focus shifts from grand gestures and displays of affection (Leo) to the way someone shows up in your day-to-day life (Virgo).
    Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 19 Sep. 2025
  • Nab this charming bag, which comes in all sorts of coquettish florals and prints that flawlessly fit the aesthetic.
    Francesca Krempa, Travel + Leisure, 15 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • When asked whether that request sparked their feud, the 56-year-old remained coy.
    Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 3 Oct. 2025
  • Wang isn’t coy about Meta’s ambitions.
    Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 19 Sep. 2025

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“Flirtatious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/flirtatious. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.

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