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AWL Sublist 2 · Academic Word
focus
/ˈfoʊkəs/ Syllables: ˈfo·cus
English Illustration
Arabic Translation & Context
Synonyms & Antonyms
The central point of interest or activity; to concentrate on something.
Synonyms
concentrate
centre
target
Antonyms
distract
Translations
focus in Arabic
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Arabic Meaning
تركيز, بؤرة
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Easy Explanation (Arabic)
النقطة الرئيسية التي تهتم بها، أو توجيه انتباهك كله لشيء واحد.
Easy Explanation
Plain English Breakdown
To focus means to concentrate on one thing. A study has a specific focus. Researchers focus their analysis on key variables.
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Memory TipFocus is a Latin word meaning hearth — the central point everyone gathers around.
Contextual Examples
How to use in a sentence
The study focuses on the relationship between income inequality and educational outcomes.
Researchers should maintain a clear focus throughout the investigation to avoid bias.
The conference invited speakers whose work focuses on sustainable energy solutions.
Word Families & Pronunciation
focus
| PART OF SPEECH | FORM |
|---|---|
| adjective | focused |
| verb | refocus |
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