keen
adjective
finely sharpened, as an edge; so shaped as to cut or pierce substances readily.
keenness
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a word derived from
keen.
Example Sentences
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With 15 of the women appointed by President Ahmed al-Sharaa, the lineup likely reflects the new authorities' keenness to demonstrate inclusivity following criticism that women and minorities have been under-represented in the country's post-war transition.
From Barron's ● Aug. 7, 2026
The 23-year-old's tactic of aggressively hitting early in the rallies, and a reluctance to patiently wait for chances to attack, underlined her keenness to swarm her opponent.
From BBC ● May 24, 2026
My dad would always say, “When you meet people, get your hand out first to shake their hand,” because it shows keenness.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 2, 2026
But Oedipus’ strengths — the keenness of his mind, his heroic commitment to truth and transparency — mustn’t be overlooked.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 13, 2025
Comrade Pillai had begun to watch the goings-on at Paradise Pickles with the keenness of a substitute at a soccer match.
From "The God of Small Things" by Arundhati Roy
