What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
desirous
Example
She was desirous of a promotion at work. [desirous: adjective]
Example
He was desirous of her attention and affection. [desirous: adjective]
keen
Example
She was keen to try the new restaurant in town. [keen: adjective]
Example
He was keen on playing tennis every weekend. [keen: preposition]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Keen is more commonly used than desirous in everyday language, and it covers a wider range of contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between desirous and keen?
Desirous is more formal and less versatile than keen, which can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
