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display keenness

[dɪˈspleɪ ˈkiːnnəs]
verb phrase
demonstrar entusiasmo
1. to show or manifest enthusiasm, eagerness, or keen interest in something
She displayed keenness to participate in the project.
Ela demonstrou entusiasmo em participar do projeto.
2. to exhibit sharp perception or acute mental sharpness
The lawyer displayed keenness in cross-examining the witness.
O advogado demonstrou perspicácia ao contra-interrogar a testemunha.
NYC Slang
show hype; be hyped about something
Synonyms
show enthusiasmexhibit eagernessdemonstrate interestdisplay enthusiasmmanifest zealshow acuteness
Antonyms
show indifferencedisplay apathyexhibit disinterestshow reluctance

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
demonstrar entusiasmo; mostrar interesse
most common usage in formal and informal contexts
Portugal
manifestar entusiasmo; exibir empenho
slightly more formal register

Related Idioms & Phrases

keen as mustard
show one's true colors
wear one's heart on one's sleeve
put one's foot forward
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