adjective
flirtatious
fl-TAY-shuhs
Flirtatious (adjective) means behaving in a playful, teasing way that suggests romantic or sexual interest. Example: “He gave her a flirtatious smile across the bar.”
adjective
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Behaving in a playful, teasing way that suggests romantic or sexual interest.
"He gave her a flirtatious smile across the bar."
"Her flirtatious texts left him wondering if she was serious."
How to use flirtatious
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishActing in a way that shows playful romantic interest.
Common pairings
a flirtatious smile
flirtatious banter
flirtatious glance
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more flirtatious
- Superlative
- most flirtatious
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Etymology
From flirtation + the adjective-forming suffix -ous.
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Rhymes for flirtatious
See all rhymes for flirtatious →Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of flirtatious?
"flirtatious" (adjective) means behaving in a playful, teasing way that suggests romantic or sexual interest.
What is another word for flirtatious?
Other words for "flirtatious" include cheeky, coquettish.
What is the opposite of flirtatious?
Opposites of "flirtatious" include prudish, reserved.
How do you use flirtatious in a sentence?
Example: "He gave her a flirtatious smile across the bar."
