concentrate

A2
Pronunciation
/ˈkɒn.sən.tɹeɪt/
/ˈkɑn.sən.tɹeɪt/
Noun
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

A substance that is in a condensed form.

Verb
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

To bring to, or direct toward, a common center; to unite more closely; to gather into one body, mass, or force.

Example Sentences
  • to concentrate rays of light into a focus
2 Definition

To increase the strength and diminish the bulk of, as of a liquid or an ore; to intensify, by getting rid of useless material; to condense.

Antonyms
dilute
Example Sentences
  • to concentrate acid by evaporation
3 Definition

To approach or meet in a common center; to consolidate.

Example Sentences
  • Population tends to concentrate in cities.
4 Definition

To focus one's thought or attention (on).

Example Sentences
  • Let me concentrate!