Definitions
There are 12 meanings of the word
Foci.
Foci - as a noun
The concentration of attention or energy on something
Example: "The focus of activity shifted to molecular biology"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
centeringdirectionfocal pointfocusingfocussingHypernyms (Closely Related)
absorptionconcentrationengrossmentimmersionHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Maximum clarity or distinctness of an image rendered by an optical system
Example: "In focus"
Maximum clarity or distinctness of an idea
Example: "The controversy brought clearly into focus an important difference of opinion"
A central point or locus of an infection in an organism
Example: "The focus of infection"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
focal pointnidusSpecial emphasis attached to something
Example: "The stress was more on accuracy than on speed"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
stressA point of convergence of light (or other radiation) or a point from which it diverges
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
focal pointA fixed reference point on the concave side of a conic section
Foci - as a verb
Direct one's attention on something
Example: "Please focus on your studies and not on your hobbies"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
centercentreconcentrateporerivetHypernyms (Closely Related)
cerebratecogitatethinkHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Cause to converge on or toward a central point
Example: "Focus the light on this image"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
sharpenHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
blurBring into focus or alignment; to converge or cause to converge; of ideas or emotions
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
concenterconcentrefocalisefocalizeHypernyms (Closely Related)
adjustalignalineline upHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The foci of the ellipse are located at its two ends."
"Scientists study the foci of earthquakes to better understand their origins."
"The foci of the camera lens need to be adjusted for a clear image."
"The architect carefully selected the foci of the building's design."
"The teacher emphasized the foci of the lesson during the class discussion."
Word Game Points
Is FOCI a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, foci is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
FOCI has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is FOCI a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, foci is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordFOCI has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.
Is FOCI a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, foci is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordFOCI has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.
