concentrate

[ˈkɒnsəntreɪt]

concentrate Definition

  • 1to focus all one's attention or mental effort on a particular object or activity
  • 2to make a substance stronger or more pure by removing or reducing the diluting agents

Using concentrate: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "concentrate" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I need to concentrate on my studies.

  • Example

    She concentrated her efforts on finishing the project.

  • Example

    The juice is made by concentrating the fruit.

  • Example

    The company is concentrating its resources on expanding overseas.

concentrate Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for concentrate

Antonyms for concentrate

Phrases with concentrate

  • to give all of your attention and effort to something

    Example

    I need to concentrate on my work right now.

  • to focus one's thoughts and attention on something

    Example

    The challenge of the game really helps to concentrate the mind.

  • a focused and determined attempt to achieve something

    Example

    Their concentrated effort paid off when they won the championship.

Origins of concentrate

from Latin 'concentrare', meaning 'to bring together'

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Summary: concentrate in Brief

To 'concentrate' [ˈkɒnsəntreɪt] means to focus one's attention or mental effort on a particular object or activity. It can also refer to making a substance stronger or more pure. Examples include 'I need to concentrate on my studies' and 'The juice is made by concentrating the fruit.' Phrases like 'concentrate on' and 'concentrated effort' emphasize the importance of focused attention and effort.

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