What is another word for keen on?

Pronunciation: [kˈiːn ˈɒn] (IPA)

When it comes to expressing enthusiasm or interest in something, the phrase "keen on" is commonly used. However, there are a variety of synonyms that can be used in its place. One alternative is "enthusiastic about," which conveys a strong sense of excitement and eagerness. "Passionate about" is also another option, indicating a deep and intense commitment to the subject at hand. Other synonyms for "keen on" include "fond of," "interested in," and "devoted to." Each of these phrases can be used to express a different shade of meaning depending on the context, but all convey a sense of interest, enthusiasm, and engagement.

What are the hypernyms for Keen on?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    fond of, enthusiastic about, passionate about, eager for, interested in, captivated by, excited about, favorable toward.

What are the opposite words for keen on?

"Keen on" is a phrase that means being fond or enthusiastic about something. Its antonyms include disinterested, indifferent, and uninterested, which reflect a lack of enthusiasm, excitement, or curiosity. Disinclined, unwilling, and averse are also antonyms, denoting a reluctance or resistance to engage in or pursue the thing that one is not "keen on." Detesting, loathing, and hating are more forceful antonyms that imply intense negative emotions towards the object of one's aversion. These antonyms present a range of attitudes and feelings towards an activity, idea, or object that are opposite to those associated with being "keen on.

What are the antonyms for Keen on?

Famous quotes with Keen on

  • It does not take a majority to prevail... but rather an irate, tireless minority, keen on setting brushfires of freedom in the minds of men.
    Samuel Adams
  • God gave us intestines for a reason. I'm not keen on surgery. It's too extreme. All it took was one of those plastic surgery shows to see how violent it is.
    Kirstie Alley
  • I think over there in Montreal they're a bit hardcore with the old homos. They're not that keen on them.
    Allan Carr
  • I'm obviously very keen on the theater and I think it's inevitable that some of the orchestral and chamber pieces have got dramatic elements which might even suggest an unspecified dramatic plot of some kind or other, even though it's not in my mind at the time.
    Peter Maxwell Davies
  • I was never too keen on the British music press. They've called us a supermarket hype, and they used to suggest that we didn't write our own songs.
    Freddie Mercury

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