FLIRTY Synonyms: 6 Similar and Opposite Words

flirty

adjective

Definition of flirty

as in flirtatious

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uncoy

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Recent Examples of flirty When Hal wakes up in the hospital with Kerry by his bedside, things turn a little more flirty, though whether this actually goes anywhere remains to be seen. — Siddhant Adlakha, Vulture, 24 Aug. 2026 Crafted in Italy, the shoe features a low-cut vamp with a flirty peep-toe design. — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 18 Aug. 2026 The Elleven Linen Straight Maxi Skirt is the ultimate understated outfit foundation, designed with a straight, ankle-length silhouette and a flirty side slit designed to add a feminine flair to just about anything. — Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 15 Aug. 2026 The song — included on his new album Chuck Timely & the Hourglass— features the pair exchanging flirty lines in a spoken bridge. — Rachel Desantis, PEOPLE, 4 Aug. 2026 Wear them with a flattering and flirty mini skirt like this fest goer or cutoffs for a more casual vibe. — Christina Perrier, InStyle, 30 July 2026 The collar, button-front, and belted waist all help this find feel ultra classic, yet the ruffle at the hem makes this style feel flirty and fun, too. — Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 July 2026 The gang has gathered, at the behest of Izzy’s bossy, flirty childhood friend Chaya (Zoë Winters), for an intervention. — Emily Nussbaum, New Yorker, 9 July 2026 Speaking of, Ross asked Janssen about the steamy bathhouse scene during which Xenia and Bond face off in an encounter that is both flirty and ferocious. — Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 28 June 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for flirty

flirtatious

Adjective

The couple appeared to end the getaway on a positive note after Alli, encouraged by the other women, sent Jesse a flirtatious text while out for the evening.

— Deirdre Durkan, PEOPLE, 4 Aug. 2026
Her first ally is Oona (Bo Bragason), a loud, flirtatious Brit who teaches Annie to operate a motorboat by assuring her that steering it is just like giving a hand job.

— Kenneal Patterson, Vanity Fair, 27 July 2026

Definition of flirtatious

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