Simple meaning
What does Focus mean?
Focus means to pay close attention to one thing.
Dictionary definition
Careful attention, or to give careful attention to one thing.
Example sentences
Focus in a sentence
easy
I need focus to finish my drawing.
medium
Try to focus on the story while you read.
hard
The camera can focus on a tiny flower in the grass.
Synonyms
Words like Focus
attentionUse for the act of listening or looking carefully.
concentrateUse when someone gives strong attention to one task.
Antonyms
Opposite words
distractionUse for something that pulls attention away.
ignoreUse when someone does not pay attention.
Word family
Focus word family
Base word
focus
adjective
focused
Giving careful attention.
verb
focusing
Paying attention right now.
verb
refocus
To focus again.
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does focus mean?
Focus means giving your attention to one thing.
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