Definition of KEENER

keener

Plural: keeners

Adjective Satellite

  • having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions
  • intense or sharp
  • very good
  • painful as if caused by a sharp instrument
  • having a sharp cutting edge or point

Adj

  • comparative form of keen: more keen

Noun

  • One who keens at a funeral.
  • Someone who is excessively keen or eager, possibly making others look bad; a brown-noser.

Origin / Etymology

See the etymology of the corresponding lemma form.

Scrabble Score: 10

keener is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
keener is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
keener is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 11

keener is a valid Words With Friends word