kiːnəs

Definitions

1. noun

the quality of being keen or having a sharp and quick mind or sense; keen perception or discernment

“Her keenness of observation allowed her to notice details others missed.”

2. noun

a strong and keen feeling or desire

“The keenness of his ambition drove him to achieve great things.”

3. noun

a keen or sharp quality of something

“The keenness of the winter wind made it hard to breathe.”

4. noun

a state of being sharp or quick

“The keenness of the knife made it ideal for cutting through tough materials.”