Definition

The act of making something clear or focused, often used in storytelling to describe the viewpoint from which a story is told.

Example

The focalization in the novel allows readers to see events through the eyes of the main character.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how focalization affects the way we understand stories?

Yeah, it's interesting how the narrator's perspective can change everything.

Exactly! The focalization can really influence our emotions and thoughts on the characters.

For sure, it makes you see the whole story in a different light.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Focalization → It is formed from "focus" (from Latin *focus*, meaning hearth or center) and the suffix "-ization" (meaning the process of making or becoming). The word "focalization" refers to the process of making something the center of attention or focus.

Memory Tip

Think of 'focus' as the center point and '-ization' as the process of making it so — that's why focalization means the process of making something the center of attention.

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