in focus

Sharp and clear

In focus describes an image that is sharp and clear, with distinct edges rather than blur.

A camera or eye brings objects into focus by adjusting the lens.

Figuratively, something comes into focus when it becomes clear or understandable: The plan came into focus after the meeting.

The opposite is out of focus.

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resolution · lens · macro lens · lucidity · acuity · sharpness · razor sharp · intelligibility · crisp · picture perfect · centered · precision · aperture · mindfulness · presence · concentration · zoom · close up

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Opposites
optical clarity

in focusout of focus

Indistinct, poorly defined

blurry · blurred · unfocused · fuzzy · soft

mental/conceptual clarity

in focusunfocused

Without clear direction

scattered · distracted · vague · unclear · muddled

Family

focus, focused, focusing, focal, focuses, unfocused, refocus, refocused, refocusing

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