Keen synonyms and antonyms
kēn
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Part of speech:
(Archaic) Aware (of something)
The definition of clever is being smart or having the skills to do something well.
Bitter and caustic in temper, manner, or speech
stupid (antonym)
Lacking in intelligence or exhibiting the quality of having been done by someone lacking in intelligence.
Sudden and shrill:
Keen or acute; discerning
The definition of cunning is something done with ingenuity or clever deception.
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The definition of bright is shining and full of light, mentally quick or witty.
Sharp; incisive; to the point, as an epigram
Sharp
Containing a considerable percentage of alcohol:
dull (antonym)
Not intensely or keenly felt:
Fully alert; attuned.
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Having keen judgment or understanding; acutely perceptive
Having or showing keen intelligence, perception, or judgment
reluctant (antonym)
Unwilling; disinclined:
unenthusiastic (antonym)
Without enthusiasm; unexcited.
uninterested (antonym)
Not interested; indifferent, not concerned.
blunt (antonym)
The definition of blunt is someone who speaks in a direct, often rude way or something with a dull edge or point.
careful (related)
Accurately or thoroughly done or made; painstaking
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good (related)
Able to be depended on for the discharge of obligations incurred; of unimpaired credit.
Characterized by highly skilled or intricate art; excellently made or formed:
observant (related)
The definition of observant is someone who is good at noticing things, or someone who follows the rules and requirements of a particular religion.
Characterized by devotion or zeal; dedicated
Lively, fast-thinking, witty, intelligent.
Alternative spelling of quick-witted.
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Having or exhibiting keenly perceptive intellect.
Of something that investigates or explores deeply.
Extremely sharp or severe; intense:
appercipient
Eager
The definition of discerning is showing good judgment or good taste.
The definition of enthusiastic is having great excitement or interest in something.
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Very intense or extreme:
Extremely hot; glowing.
Intense in activity or feeling; vigorous or ardent:
Having or showing strong feeling or great seriousness:
Having or showing interest.
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Marked by discernment and understanding; sensitive.
Agreeably pungent or stimulating to the taste; pleasantly sharp or biting
Sharply painful to the feelings; piercing
Producing a sharp sensation of taste or smell; acrid
Extremely hungry or characterized by extreme hunger; voracious:
The definition of sagacious is someone with sound judgment.
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Aware of or careful about the attitudes, feelings, or circumstances of others:
Stern or forbidding, as in manner or appearance:
Showing clever resourcefulness in practical matters
Worried; anxious:
Forceful; vigorous; effective
The definition of vehement is having intense feeling or force behind your words or actions.
Perceived or felt with the freshness of immediate experience:
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The definition of zealous is having passionate energy for a belief or purpose.
Acuteness; keenness, as of thought or vision
The definition of acumen is the ability to quickly and accurately understand and deal with a situation or choice.
Asperity means something that is rough or harsh.
The quality of being astute.
The human faculty or power to mentally grasp or understand clearly.
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Sagacity is the quality of being wise or having good judgment.
pointless (antonym)
Having no purpose; purposeless; unable to effect an aim.
obtuse (antonym)
Slow to understand or perceive; dull or insensitive
ignorant (antonym)
Unaware or uninformed:
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idiotic (antonym)
Showing foolishness or stupidity.
Feeling or showing strong liking or enthusiasm:
Predominantly red or yellow in tone:
Alternative spelling of gung ho.
Extremely enthusiastic:
Full of keen anticipation or excitement; eager.
(Archaic) Thirsty
(Often followed by "to go to...") Urgently needing to urinate.
Unable to endure irritation or opposition; intolerant:
Intensely desirous or interested
The definition of thirsty is someone or something that is in need of liquid or water, or is having a very strong desire for something.
Full of eagerness; enthusiastic.
Of, relating to, emanating from, or being the expression of a deity:
Hard to believe; incredible; astounding
Exceedingly great in size or degree; extravagant:
Exhibiting attributes, qualities, or acts that are worthy of or receive glory; noble; praiseworthy; excellent; illustrious; inspiring admiration; as, glorious deeds.
Causing wonder; surprising, astonishing, or extraordinary
The definition of sensational is something that causes a lot of discussion or excitement among the public, or is something that is exceptionally good.
Illustrious; heroic; brilliant; celebrated; famous; as, a splendid victory or reputation.
Of unusually high quality; excellent:
(Archaic) Causing great fear or dismay; terrifying; dreadful; appalling
Wonderful is defined as an amazing, astonishing, excellent or enjoyable person, thing or event.
Almost first rate.
(Colloquial) sexy; handsome; attractive
Extensive in time or distance:
Excellent; wonderful:
(Informal) Of a person, not upset by circumstances that might ordinarily be upsetting.
(Slang) Very pleasing or attractive
(Slang) Performing with great skill and daring:
Neat is defined as someone or something that is tidy, well-formed or well-done.
First-rate; great:
To utter in a loud, vehement voice.
To weep loudly, like a child
To shout or laugh in scorn, mirth, etc.
(Intransitive) to weep with convulsive gasps.
To lament; to complain.
smart as a whip
champing at the bit
ready and willing
ability (related)
Mentally quick and original
concern (related)
Showing or having enthusiasm
happy (related)
To make inarticulate sounds of grief or pain, usually accompanied by tears
Chilling or piercing
painful as if caused by a sharp instrument
painful as if caused by a sharp instrument
Dashing, hearty, or jolly
Splendid; fine:
Excellent; fine
(Idiomatic) Reasonably good.
First-rate
(Informal) Extraordinarily impressive or fine; wonderful:
Able to perceive fine distinctions between similar things; perceptive
Tending to penetrate; penetrant.
To express grief for or about; mourn:
well-placed (related)
willing (related)
able (related)
totally committed (related)
enthusiastic about (related)
well-place (related)
grateful (related)
delighted (related)
delight (related)
fortunate (related)
(Archaic) Pretentious; showy; spruce.
Referring to something that has a sharp planar surface
Firmly fixed or concentrated on something.
judicious (related)
Having, applying, or showing sound judgment; wise and careful
extreme (related)
The definition of extreme is most remote or far from what is necessary or usual.
a crimonious
Eager
Alert is defined as being awake and functioning at an energetic level.
Of or having to do with analytical chemistry
Expressing or characterized by warmth of feeling; passionate:
Having or marked by keen interest and enthusiasm:
Characterized by strong feelings of hatred, resentment, cynicism, etc.
Broken.
Eager
Excellent; marvelous:
Eager
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