keenly
The word “keenly” has 2 syllables: keen-ly.
It's pronounced as /ˈkiːnli/.
What is synonym and antonym for keenly?
In the thesaurus, “keenly” has 40 synonyms and 14 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for keenly along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for keenly
- ably
- acutely
- adroitly
- artfully
- attentively
- avidly
- brilliantly
- carefully
- cleverly
- closely
- coolly
- darkly
- deftly
- deliberately
- eagerly
- enthusiastically
- excitedly
- harshly
- heavily
- impatiently
- intelligently
- judiciously
- knowingly
- logically
- piercingly
- poignantly
- prudently
- rationally
- reasonably
- sensibly
- seriously
- severely
- sharply
- shrewdly
- skillfully
- slyly
- smartly
- strongly
- vigorously
- wisely
Antonyms for keenly
- apathetically
- blissfully
- cheerfully
- delightedly
- easily
- gladly
- gleefully
- happily
- indifferently
- joyfully
- joyously
- lightly
- merrily
- perfunctorily
Meanings of keenly
- adverb
- In a keen manner.
Example Sentences
- She keenly observed the intricate details of the artwork at the gallery.
- The detective keenly examined the crime scene for any overlooked clues.
- As the professor spoke, the students listened keenly to grasp the complex concepts.
- The athlete keenly focused on the competition, ready to give their best performance.
- During the intense negotiation, both parties keenly assessed each other's proposals.
On this page you'll find 54 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to keenly, such as: ably, acutely, adroitly, apathetically, artfully, attentively, avidly.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
Related Words
eagerly
- actively
- animatedly
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- fiercely
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- longingly
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facilely
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- coolly
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- regularly
- simply
- skillfully
- slyly
- smartly
- smoothly
- surely
- well
- willingly