Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

defocus

verb
/diːˈfoʊ.kəs/
Definition
To reduce the clarity or sharpness of an image or visual focus.
Examples
  • She decided to defocus the background of the photograph to emphasize the subject.
  • In order to relax his mind, he learned to defocus from his stressful thoughts.
Meaning
Defocus refers to the process of making something less clear or blurry, often used in photography or vision correction.
Synonyms
  • blur
  • unfocus
  • soften
  • dissolve