keener
|keen-er|
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/ˈkiːnər/
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/ˈkiːnə/
(keen)
eagerness or sharpness
Etymology
Etymology Information
'keen' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'cēne,' where 'cēne' meant 'brave' or 'wise.'
Historical Evolution
'cēne' transformed into the Middle English word 'kene,' and eventually became the modern English word 'keen.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'brave' or 'wise,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'eager' or 'enthusiastic.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who is extremely eager, enthusiastic, or zealous, often to the point of being overly keen.
He's such a keener when it comes to learning new languages.
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Last updated: 2025/05/09 05:52