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The correct spelling is keenest.

How to pronounce keenest

adjective

Say it like: Kee-nes-t

The correct spelling is keenest. Often with a prepositional phrase, or with to and an infinitive: showing a quick and ardent responsiveness or willingness; eager, enthusiastic, interested. For example: "I’m keen on computers."

Usage Examples

I’m keen on computers.

This boy has a keen appetite.

keen satire or sarcasm

Definition

adjective

  1. 1.Often with a prepositional phrase, or with to and an infinitive: showing a quick and ardent responsiveness or willingness; eager, enthusiastic, interested.
  2. 2.Fierce, intense, vehement.
  3. 3.Having a fine edge or point; sharp.
  4. 4.Acute of mind, having or expressing mental acuteness; penetrating, sharp.
  5. 5.Acrimonious, bitter, piercing.

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