Definitions
There are 12 meanings of the word
Focus.
Focus - as a noun
The concentration of attention or energy on something
Example: "The focus of activity shifted to molecular biology"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
centeringdirectionfocal pointfocusingfocussingHypernyms (Closely Related)
absorptionconcentrationengrossmentimmersionHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Maximum clarity or distinctness of an image rendered by an optical system
Example: "In focus"
Maximum clarity or distinctness of an idea
Example: "The controversy brought clearly into focus an important difference of opinion"
A central point or locus of an infection in an organism
Example: "The focus of infection"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
focal pointnidusSpecial emphasis attached to something
Example: "The stress was more on accuracy than on speed"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
stressA point of convergence of light (or other radiation) or a point from which it diverges
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
focal pointA fixed reference point on the concave side of a conic section
Focus - as a verb
Direct one's attention on something
Example: "Please focus on your studies and not on your hobbies"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
centercentreconcentrateporerivetHypernyms (Closely Related)
cerebratecogitatethinkHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Cause to converge on or toward a central point
Example: "Focus the light on this image"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
sharpenHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
blurBring into focus or alignment; to converge or cause to converge; of ideas or emotions
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
concenterconcentrefocalisefocalizeHypernyms (Closely Related)
adjustalignalineline upHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"She has a laser-like focus when she is working on her paintings."
"The main focus of the meeting was to discuss the budget."
"I struggle to maintain my focus when there are distractions around me."
"The camera has a manual focus option that allows for more precise adjustments."
"He narrowed his focus and dedicated himself to achieving his goals."
Word Game Points
Is FOCUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, focus is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
FOCUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is FOCUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, focus is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordFOCUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is FOCUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, focus is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordFOCUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.
