adj

unfocused

Unfocused (adj) means lacking a clear aim, direction, or concentration. Example: “The meeting was unfocused and drifted from topic to topic.”

adj

Lacking a clear aim, direction, or concentration.

"The meeting was unfocused and drifted from topic to topic."

"He seemed unfocused all morning, checking his phone every few minutes."

Of an image or lens: not sharply in focus; blurry.

"The photo came out unfocused because the camera moved."

How to use unfocused

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishLacking clear direction or concentration, or (of an image) blurry.

Common pairings

unfocused mind unfocused strategy unfocused image

Word forms

more unfocused comparative, most unfocused superlative

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Etymology

From un- + focused.

Synonyms

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unfocussed

Rhymes for unfocused

used fused abused amused unused housed accused aroused focused disused misused confused

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Frequently asked questions

What does “unfocused” mean?

The word “unfocused” means lacking a clear aim, direction, or concentration. In plain terms, lacking clear direction or concentration, or (of an image) blurry.

How do you use “unfocused” in a sentence?

Here is “unfocused” used in a sentence: “The meeting was unfocused and drifted from topic to topic.”

What part of speech is “unfocused”?

“Unfocused” is an adjective.

How many meanings does “unfocused” have?

“Unfocused” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: lacking a clear aim, direction, or concentration.