Focus – Synonyms

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The noun “focus” refers to a central point of attention, interest, or activity. It can also refer to the main subject or object of a discussion or study. The word can also be used in the field of optics.

Another word for “focus” is center or attention. However, more synonyms will be listed in this article.

“Focus” – General synonyms

The following illustrates other words for “focus” that may be used in everyday conversation as well as in academic writing.

“Focus” synonyms in the sense of center

Synonyms of the word “focus” in the sense of center, meaning a point of convergence of light or sound waves, are:

  • Center
  • Focal point
  • Central point
  • Core
  • Bull’s eye
  • Center of attraction
  • Center of activity
  • Cynosure
  • Nerve center
  • Point of convergence

“Focus” synonyms in the sense of focal point

Synonyms of the word “focus” in the sense of focal point are:

  • Focal points
  • Heart
  • Spotlight
  • Target
  • Headquarters
  • Hub
  • Center
  • Core
  • Limelight
  • Locus
  • Meeting place

“Focus” synonyms in the sense of attention

Synonyms of the word “focus” in the sense of attention are:

  • Attention
  • Concern
  • Priority
  • Concentration

“Focus” synonyms in the sense of subject

Synonyms of the word “focus” in the sense of subject are:

  • Subject
  • Point
  • Question
  • Issue
  • Matter
  • Object
  • Theme
  • Substance
  • Topic
  • Subject matter
  • Field of enquiry (or reference)

“Focus” synonyms in the sense of direction

Synonyms of the word “focus” in the sense of direction are:

  • Stake
  • Investment
  • Share
  • Ownership
  • Partnership
  • Claim
  • Part
  • Title
  • Possession
  • Co-ownership

“Interest” synonyms in the sense of stake

Synonyms of the word “interest” in the sense of stake are:

  • Direction
  • Purpose
  • Compass
  • Aim
  • Goal
  • Objective
  • Polestar
  • Intention
  • Loadstar
  • Touchstone
  • Benchmark
  • Target
  • Object
  • Standard
  • Ambition
  • Aspiration
  • Dream
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“Focus” – Synonyms used in academic writing

In an academic context, the word “focus” is often used to indicate the main subject of the discussion. It can also be used to refer to the main argument of the paper. However, more synonyms for “focus” used in academic writing will be shown below.

Are you looking for suitable synonyms for “focus” for your academic paper? Have a look at the table below with the top suggestions from our BachelorPrint-Team.

“Focus” Synonyms Examples
Attention Prof. Johnson set the focus of the experiment on…
Prof. Johnson set the attention of the experiment on…
Subject The main focus of the study is to investigate the effects of social media on…
The main subject of the study is to investigate the effects of social media on…
Purpose It can be observed that the organisation lost its focus.
It can be observed that the organisation lost its purpose.
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