Refocussed: meaning, definitions and examples
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refocussed
[ riːˈfoʊkʌst ]
changed focus
Refocussed is the past tense of the verb 'refocus', which means to adjust or change the focus of something. This can refer to redirecting attention, energy, or resources towards a new goal or perspective. It is commonly used in contexts where a change in priorities is necessary to achieve better outcomes. In a more literal sense, it can relate to adjusting the focus of an optical instrument. It is a term that underscores adaptability and the need for reassessment in various scenarios.
Synonyms
adjusted, redirected, reoriented
Examples of usage
- The team refocussed their efforts after the feedback.
- He refocussed the lens for a clearer image.
- They refocussed their strategies in response to market changes.
Translations
Translations of the word "refocussed" in other languages:
🇵🇹 reorientado
🇮🇳 फिर से ध्यान केंद्रित किया गया
🇩🇪 neu fokussiert
🇮🇩 diorientasikan kembali
🇺🇦 перенаправлений
🇵🇱 przeorientowany
🇯🇵 再焦点を合わせた
🇫🇷 réorienté
🇪🇸 reorientado
🇹🇷 yeniden odaklanmış
🇰🇷 재조정된
🇸🇦 مركز مرة أخرى
🇨🇿 znovu zaměřený
🇸🇰 znovu zameraný
🇨🇳 重新聚焦
🇸🇮 ponovno osredotočen
🇮🇸 endurræddur
🇰🇿 қайта бағытталған
🇬🇪 მחדש ორიენტირებული
🇦🇿 yenidən istiqamətləndirilmiş
🇲🇽 reorientado
Etymology
The term 'refocussed' originates from the combination of the prefix 're-', meaning 'again' or 'back', and the base word 'focus', derived from the Latin 'focus', which means 'hearth' or 'center'. The concept of focusing something can be traced back to the 14th century when it began to be used in relation to visual clarity. The verb 'to focus' emerged in the late 18th century, initially in the context of lenses and optics. The use of 'refocus' in a figurative sense, indicating a change in attention or priorities, became more prevalent in the late 20th century as personal development and strategic planning contexts grew in popularity. This etymological evolution reflects changes in society's approach to clarity and direction, both literally and metaphorically.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #42,501, this word is among the least frequently used in common English. Understanding it can be beneficial for comprehensive language mastery, but it's not essential for most learners.