keen Definition
- 1having or showing eagerness or enthusiasm
- 2having a sharp edge; intellectually sharp or penetrating
- 3having a strong or urgent desire or interest
Using keen: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "keen" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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She was keen to start her new job.
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He has a keen interest in music.
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The knife has a keen edge.
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She has a keen mind and is very analytical.
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I am keen to learn more about this topic.
keen Synonyms and Antonyms
Antonyms for keen
Idioms Using keen
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She was keen as mustard to start her new job.
to notice something that others might miss
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He made a keen observation about the painting that no one else had noticed.
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Her wit was as keen as a razor.
Phrases with keen
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She's always been keen on sports.
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As a detective, he had a keen eye for detail.
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Dogs have a keen sense of smell and are often used to detect drugs or explosives.
Origins of keen
from Old English 'cene', meaning 'bold, brave'
Summary: keen in Brief
The term 'keen' [kiːn] describes eagerness, enthusiasm, and interest. It can also refer to sharpness, both physical and intellectual. Examples include 'She was keen to start her new job,' and 'The knife has a keen edge.' 'Keen' extends into phrases like 'keen on,' and idioms like 'keen as mustard,' denoting high levels of enthusiasm, and 'make a keen observation,' implying a sharp eye for detail.
