keen synonyms

keen

modif.

  1. Sharp

    pointed, edged, well-honed, acute; see sharp 1, 2.

  2. Astute

    bright, clever, shrewd; see clever 1, intelligent 1, judicious.

  3. Intense

    cutting, piercing, biting, strong; see extreme 2, intense.

  4. Eager

    ardent, interested, intent; see enthusiastic 1, 2.

  5. Sensitive

    perceptive, penetrating, sharp; see observant 1. See syn. study at eager, sharp.

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