hyperfocused

1 of 2

past tense and past participle of hyperfocus entry 2

hyperfocused

2 of 2

adjective

: extremely or intently focused : directing one's powers, efforts, or attention with great intensity
… a signal of the company's hyperfocused political agenda.Anabel Sosa
usually used with on
… said that she's been so hyperfocused on gearing up for the big game that she "totally forgot" about her upcoming birthday …Desiree Murphy
… became hyperfocused on controlling her clothing however she could through fixing and mending.Sadhbh O'Sullivan
Both Republicans and Democrats have been hyperfocused on health care affordability …Congressional Quarterly Health

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

hyperfocus entry 1 + -ed entry 1

First Known Use

Adjective

1981, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of hyperfocused was in 1981

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“Hyperfocused.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hyperfocused. Accessed 26 Aug. 2026.

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