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refocus

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: //riˈfoʊkəs//

KK: /riˈfokəs/

verb
Definition

To change the focus to something different or to concentrate again on something.


Example

After reviewing the project, we decided to refocus our efforts on the main goals.


Tense Forms

Past: refocused

Past Participle: refocused


Conversation
Sloth A
I've been feeling really distracted lately while studying.
Sloth B
Maybe you should try to refocus on your main goals.
Sloth A
That's a good idea; I need to set some priorities.
Sloth B
Exactly! It will help you stay on track.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
reorient
redirect
adjust
Antonyms
distract
scatter
neglect
Root Explanation

Refocus → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "focus" (from Latin "focus", meaning hearth or center). The word "refocus" means to focus again or to adjust one's attention back to a central point.

Memory Tip

Think of 'focusing again' — 're-' means again, and 'focus' refers to the center of attention.

Visually Confused Words
focus
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