unfocused

adjective

un·​fo·​cused ˌən-ˈfō-kəst How to pronounce unfocused (audio)
variants or less commonly unfocussed
Synonyms of unfocusednext
1
: not adjusted to a focus
2
: not concentrated on one point or objective
unfocused rage

Examples of unfocused in a Sentence

an unfocused approach to studying Your essay seems unfocused and unclear. She has lots of unfocused energy.
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However, despite Fariala’s tight control of the tone and the musical elements, the script remains shaggy and unfocused at times. Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 22 May 2026 Unlike Mario's revolutionary outing on the N64 with Mario 64, Yoshi's turn on that system was underwhelming at best, with unfocused and bland platforming. Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 19 May 2026 OpenAI’s approach to AI is decidedly unfocused, especially in comparison to Anthropic. Elizabeth Lopatto, The Verge, 29 Apr. 2026 Trump—fixated on securing his legacy with a ballroom and a triumphal arch—appears increasingly erratic, unfocused, and unfit for the job assigned to him. John Whitehead, Oc Register, 23 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for unfocused

Word History

First Known Use

1859, in the meaning defined at sense 2

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The first known use of unfocused was in 1859

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“Unfocused.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unfocused. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.

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