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Exam: IELTS

focalize

IPA: /ˈfoʊkəˌlaɪz/

KK: /ˈfoʊkəˌlaɪz/

transitive verb

Definition: To make something clearer or more focused, often by adjusting it to a specific point or area.

Example: The photographer needed to focalize the lens to capture a sharp image of the landscape.

focus

IPA: /ˈfoʊ.kəs/

KK: /ˈfoʊkəs/

intransitive verb

Definition: To direct your attention or energy towards something specific.

Example: She needs to focus on her studies to improve her grades.

noun

Definition: The main point of interest or activity in a situation, or the place where light rays meet or seem to come from.

Example: The focus of the meeting was to discuss the new project.

transitive verb

Definition: To direct attention or effort towards a specific thing or goal, making it clearer or more defined.

Example: She needs to focus on her studies to improve her grades.

focusable

IPA: /ˈfoʊkəsəbl/

KK: /ˈfoʊkəsəbl/

adjective

Definition: Able to be directed or concentrated on a specific point or subject.

Example: The camera has a focusable lens that allows for clear images at different distances.

focused

IPA: /ˈfoʊkəst/

KK: /ˈfoʊkəst/

adjective

Definition: Having a clear and concentrated attention on something.

Example: She remained focused on her studies despite the distractions around her.

verb

Definition: To direct attention or effort towards something specific.

Example: She focused on her studies to improve her grades.

focussed

IPA: /ˈfoʊkəst/

KK: /ˈfoʊkəst/

adjective

Definition: Having a clear and definite purpose or direction; concentrating on a specific task or goal.

Example: She remained focussed on her studies despite the distractions around her.

verb

Definition: To direct attention or effort towards something specific.

Example: She focussed on her studies to improve her grades.

focussing

IPA: /ˈfoʊkəsɪŋ/

KK: /ˈfoʊkəsɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Related to the act of directing attention or effort towards a specific task or goal.

Example: The focussing lens helped to clarify the image.

noun

Definition: The act of directing attention or concentration towards something.

Example: Her focussing on the task helped her complete it quickly.

verb

Definition: To direct attention or concentration towards something specific.

Example: She is focussing on her studies to improve her grades.

foe

IPA: /foʊ/

KK: /foʊ/

noun

Definition: A person or group that is against someone or something, often seen as an enemy or opponent.

Example: In the story, the hero must confront his greatest foe to save the kingdom.

foetal

IPA: /ˈfiːtəl/

KK: /ˈfoʊtəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a fetus, which is an unborn offspring in the later stages of development before birth.

Example: The doctor monitored the foetal heartbeat during the ultrasound.

foetid

IPA: //ˈfoʊtɪd//

KK: /ˈfoʊtɪd/

adjective

Definition: Having a very unpleasant smell; foul or rotten.

Example: The foetid odor from the garbage made it hard to breathe.

foetor

IPA: //ˈfoʊtər//

KK: /ˈfoʊtər/

noun

Definition: A strong, unpleasant smell, often associated with decay or something rotten.

Example: The foetor from the garbage was unbearable and made everyone cover their noses.

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