Definition

To focus one's attention or mental effort on a particular task or subject.

Example

It's hard to concentrate on my homework with all the noise around me.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you noticed how hard it is to concentrate with all this noise?

Totally! It makes it really difficult to focus on anything.

I guess we need to find a quieter place if we want to concentrate better.

Good idea! Let's look for a café or library.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A product that has had most of its liquid removed, making it thicker or more concentrated, often used in food or minerals.

Example

The chef used pineapple juice concentrate to make the sauce sweeter and thicker.

Conversation

Have you tried using concentrate for your smoothies?

Yeah, I love how it makes them taste richer.

I just bought some pineapple concentrate to mix in.

Definition

To focus attention or effort on a particular task or subject.

Example

She needs to concentrate on her studies to improve her grades.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I really need to concentrate on my studies this week.

Yeah, distractions can make it tough to focus.

I find it helps if I put my phone away and create a quiet space to concentrate.

Root Explanation

Concentrate → It is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "centrum" (meaning center). The word describes the act of bringing thoughts or efforts together to a central point or focus.

Memory Tip

Think of gathering your thoughts 'together' ('con-') to a 'center' ('centrum') — that's how you concentrate.

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