Keen

/kˈiːn/

/ˈkin/

keen

being very eager and enthusiastic

having the ability to learn or understand quickly

excellent; very good

(of senses) sharp and highly-developed

having a sharp cutting edge or point

painful as if caused by a sharp instrument

having a strong affection for someone or something

Keen

a funeral lament sung with loud wailing

to keen

to wail or lament loudly and mournfully, typically as an expression of grief or sorrow

Example

The keen apprentice absorbed the techniques of the trade with remarkable speed.

The keen student quickly understood the complex mathematical problem.

The detective's keen insight anticipated the suspect's next move.

The keen scientist eagerly absorbed new research findings in their field.

The university is keen to establish academic collaborations with institutions worldwide.

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