Word KEEN: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

keen

🇺🇸 [kiːn]

Meanings

Having a sharp or intense interest or enthusiasm for something. Keen can also refer to heightened senses, such as sharp eyesight or hearing. The word can also indicate a strong desire or eagerness to participate in an activity or to achieve a goal.

Examples

• He is a keen supporter of environmental conservation.
• She has a keen sense of smell, which helps in her profession.
• They were keen to get started on the project as soon as possible.

Synonyms

enthusiastic • eager • sharp

Antonyms

apathetic • indifferent • disinterested