# flirtatious

/fɫɝˈteɪʃəs/ (US) · /flɜːtˈeɪʃəs/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/flirtatious
Updated: 2026-05-27

## Definition

behaving in a way that shows you are interested in someone in a romantic or sexual way. You use this to describe playful or teasing actions that suggest a possible relationship.

For teachers: behaving in a manner intended to attract or seduce a romantic or sexual partner. Often describes playful, teasing, or suggestive conduct.

## Examples

- He sent her a flirtatious text message.
- The two actors shared a flirtatious glance that made the audience wonder if they would end up together in the movie.
- While their conversation began as a simple exchange of ideas, it quickly turned flirtatious as they discovered a shared interest in the same obscure hobbies.

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