Keener: meaning, definitions and examples

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keener

 

[ หˆkiหnษ™r ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

enthusiastic learner

Keener refers to someone who is particularly eager or enthusiastic about learning or participating in something. It often implies a strong desire to gain knowledge or experience, and can be used to describe individuals who show greater interest compared to their peers.

Synonyms

avid, eager, enthusiastic, motivated

Examples of usage

  • She is a keener student who always asks questions in class.
  • His keener approach to the project helped him stand out.
  • Being a keener at the workshop allowed her to network with experts.

Translations

Translations of the word "keener" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น entusiasta

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคšเฅŒเค•เคธ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช eifrig

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ antusias

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทะฐะฒะทัั‚ะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zapaleล„

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็†ฑๅฟƒใช

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท enthousiaste

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ entusiasta

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท hevesli

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์—ด์ •์ ์ธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุชุญู…ุณ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nadลกenรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ nadลกenรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ƒญๅฟƒ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zagnan

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รกhugasamur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›าฑะผะฐั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒแƒฌแƒแƒ“แƒ˜แƒœแƒ”แƒ‘แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hevesli

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ entusiasta

Etymology

The word 'keener' originates from the adjective 'keen,' which has roots in the Old English word 'cyn,' meaning 'to know' or 'to perceive.' The term has evolved over centuries, retaining its association with sharpness and intensity of perception. It was historically used to describe someone who has a sharp intellect or a vigorous interest in a subject. By the late 20th century, 'keener' began to be commonly used in informal contexts, particularly in North America, to refer to someone who demonstrates a higher level of enthusiasm or commitment than their peers in an educational or workplace setting.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,773, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.