keen (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /kiːn/

Definition

Having or showing eagerness, enthusiasm, or a strong desire for something.

Examples

• He was very keen to start his new job.

• The students were keen to learn about the latest scientific discoveries.

• Are you keen on going to the concert on Saturday?

How to Use keen

keen on (prepositional phrase)

To like or be interested in something. — "He's very keen on playing football."

keen to (prepositional phrase)

Eager to do something. — "I'm keen to start the project as soon as possible."

Synonyms of keen

Words with a similar meaning to keen:

• eager
• enthusiastic
• avid
• fervent

Antonyms of keen

Words with the opposite meaning to keen:

• unenthusiastic
• apathetic

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