focused — concentrating attention or effort on a particular task or goal
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: concentrating attention or effort on a particular task or goal
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈfoʊkəst/
Example Sentences
- Tom was so focused on his phone that he walked into a glass door.
- The students need to stay focused during the final exam period.
- She's so focused on her diet that she dreams about salad.
focused
ADJECTIVE[/ˈfoʊkəst/]
concentrating attention or effort on a particular task or goal
The photographer kept the butterfly perfectly focused in the camera.
The scientist remained focused on the experiment despite many distractions. (FOCUSED = FIND ONE CENTER, UNTIL SUCCESS → giving all your attention to one thing)
Because she stayed focused, she noticed small details and accomplished her goal.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin 'focus', meaning hearth or fireplace. In ancient Rome, the hearth was the central gathering place of the household, and the term metaphorically extended to mean a central point or centre of attention, as all family activities and concerns converged around this single location.
Breakdown
focus (Latin: hearth, centre) + -ed (past participle suffix, forming adjectives indicating a state or condition).
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“Tom was so focused on his phone that he walked into a glass door.”
“The students need to stay focused during the final exam period.”
“She's so focused on her diet that she dreams about salad.”
“A focused mind can achieve remarkable results.”
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