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concentrating


Meanings
  • Verb

    Giving full attention or effort to a particular task or subject.

  • Verb

    Focusing one's mind or energy on a single thing or task.


Antonyms

dilute
Rhymes
Words rhyming with concentrating
concentrate , concentrate on , contemplate , collaborate
Variants
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concentrate , concentrated , concentrates , concentrating , concentrative
Etymology
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From the Latin word 'concentrare,' meaning 'to bring together,' 'to gather,' or 'to concentrate.'


Trivia
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  1. Did you know that the human brain can focus on only one thing at a time? Multitasking is actually a myth, and trying to 'concentrate' on too many things at once can lead to decreased productivity and increased stress.

  2. The longest word in the English language that can be spelled using only the letters in the word 'concentrate' is 'scintillator.'


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  1. Mindfulness: The practice of 'concentrating' one's attention on the present moment, often through meditation or other mindfulness practices.

  2. Focus: The ability to direct one's attention and energy towards a specific task or goal.


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In literature and art, 'concentrating' is often depicted as a necessary component of mastery or achievement. For example, in the novel 'Flowers for Algernon' by Daniel Keyes, the character Charlie Gordon undergoes a surgical procedure that increases his intelligence, but he learns that his newfound abilities will only last if he continues to 'concentrate' on his studies and personal growth.

How to Memorize "concentrating"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize yourself fully engaged in a task, giving it your undivided attention. Imagine the details of the task and the feeling of deep concentration.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'concentrating' with the feeling of being fully immersed in a task or activity. Think of a time when you were completely absorbed in something and use that experience to help you remember the meaning of the word.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym C-O-N-C-E-N-T-R-A-T-I-N-G to remember the meaning: 'Concentrate On New Tasks Requiring Attention In Timely Manner.'


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