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incisive vs keen

keen vs incisive

incisive is not a noun while keen is a noun.

incisive and keen both are adjectives.

incisive is not a verb while keen is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
incisive No Yes No No
keen Yes Yes Yes No
As adjectives, incisive and keen are synonyms defined as:
  • incisive and keen: having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions
Other synonyms of incisive include acute, discriminating, knifelike, penetrating, penetrative, piercing, sharp.
incisive (noun) keen (noun)
a funeral lament sung with loud wailing
incisive (adjective) keen (adjective)
having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions excellent
suitable for cutting or piercing intense or sharp
having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions
having a sharp cutting edge or point
painful as if caused by a sharp instrument
incisive (verb) keen (verb)
express grief verbally
Difference between incisive and keen

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