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KEENNESS

(noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Keenness.

Keenness - as a noun

A quick and penetrating intelligence

Example: "He argued with great acuteness"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
acuity11acuteness11sharpness14
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
intelligence15
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A positive feeling of wanting to push ahead with something

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
avidity14avidness12eagerness10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
enthusiasm15
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Thinness of edge or fineness of point

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sharpness14
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
configuration19conformation19contour9form9shape10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"Her keenness for learning inspired her to pursue a PhD."
"His keenness for adventure led him to climb Mount Everest."
"The pianist's keenness allowed her to play with great precision."
"The detective's keenness of observation helped him solve the crime."
"I admire her keenness to help others in need."
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Word Game Points

Is KEENNESS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, keenness is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

KEENNESS has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is KEENNESS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, keenness is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
KEENNESS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is KEENNESS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, keenness is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
KEENNESS has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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