Concentration

Pronunciation: /ˌkɑnsənˈtreɪʃən/

Definitions of concentration

noun the act or process of making a solution or substance more concentrated

Example Sentences

A1 I need more concentration to finish my homework.

A2 She lacks concentration when studying for exams.

B1 Concentration is key when learning a new language.

B2 The athlete showed incredible concentration during the competition.

C1 His level of concentration is unmatched in the workplace.

C2 The pianist's concentration while performing was truly impressive.

Examples of concentration in a Sentence

formal The scientist conducted a study on the effects of caffeine on concentration levels.

informal I need to improve my concentration if I want to pass this exam.

slang I can't focus today, my concentration is all over the place.

figurative Her concentration was like a laser beam, unwavering and precise.

Grammatical Forms of concentration

• past tense: concentrated
• plural: concentrations
• comparative: more concentrated
• superlative: most concentrated
• present tense: concentrates
• future tense: will concentrate
• perfect tense: has concentrated
• continuous tense: is concentrating
• singular: concentration
• positive degree: concentrated
• infinitive: to concentrate
• gerund: concentrating
• participle: concentrating

Origin and Evolution of concentration

First Known Use: 1620 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'concentration' originated from the Latin word 'concentrare', which means 'to bring to a center'.

Evolution of the word: Initially used in the context of bringing things together physically, the word 'concentration' has evolved to also refer to mental focus and attention.