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keen

Definition

  • noun: a lamentation for the dead uttered in a loud wailing voice or sometimes in a wordless cry
  • verb: to make a loud and long cry of sorrow
  • adjective: having or showing an ability to think clearly and to understand what is not obvious or simple about something
  • adjective: having a fine edge or point
  • synonyms: sharp, satirical, piercing

Examples

  • She acts as if everything in her life is 'peachy keen' [='peachy'], but I don't think she's really happy.

  • She has a 'keen ear' for languages. [=she is able to easily learn and understand languages]

  • She had a 'keen' awareness of what was happening. [=she knew exactly what was happening]

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Excuse me. Sorry. Sorry. Sorry about the peanuts. It's been a good one, Santi. The coach sends his apologies for not coming to greet you but I know he's very keen to see you. Please! What is he doing? Warm up. Welcome to Norway. - Not such a great day, son. - Hey. (..)
    2007 Goal II: Living the Dream