Word
focussed
Phoneticsfo·cussed
US/ˈfoʊkəst/
UK/fˈəʊkəszt/
Definition
adj. giving all your attention to one particular thing. You use this to describe someone who is working hard and not getting distracted.
adj. directing a great deal of attention, interest, or activity towards a particular aim. Often used predicatively after linking verbs like 'remain' or 'stay'.
Examples
“She stays focussed on her goals.”
“The team remained focussed on the project despite the tight deadline and constant interruptions.”
“A more focussed approach to urban planning could mitigate the environmental impact of rapid population growth while simultaneously improving the quality of life for residents.”
Examples
simple
“She stays focussed on her goals.”
contextual
“The team remained focussed on the project despite the tight deadline and constant interruptions.”
complex
“A more focussed approach to urban planning could mitigate the environmental impact of rapid population growth while simultaneously improving the quality of life for residents.”
Usage
Commonly follows linking verbs such as 'be', 'stay', or 'remain'.
Pitfall
He is very focus on his work
He is very focussed on his work
Learners often use the base verb 'focus' instead of the participial adjective 'focussed' to describe a state.
Real-World Examples
“He said the business was focussed on "everyday low prices, not short-lived offers that disappear the following week".” Scan code
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