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scattered thoughts
[ˈskætərd θɔːts]
noun phrase
pensamentos dispersos
1.
Disorganized, fragmented, or unfocused ideas that lack coherence or clear direction
His scattered thoughts made it difficult to follow his argument during the presentation.
Seus pensamentos dispersos tornavam difícil acompanhar seu argumento durante a apresentação.
2.
Mental state characterized by lack of concentration or attention
After the stressful meeting, she had only scattered thoughts about the rest of her work.
Após a reunião estressante, ela tinha apenas pensamentos dispersos sobre o resto do seu trabalho.
NYC Slang
all over the place mentally
Synonyms
disorganized thoughts
fragmented ideas
muddled thinking
wandering thoughts
unfocused mind
Antonyms
organized thoughts
coherent ideas
focused mind
clear thinking
concentrated thoughts
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
pensamentos dispersos
Most common usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
idéias soltas
Common alternative expression in São Paulo
Rio de Janeiro
pensamentos espalhados
Alternative phrasing used in Rio de Janeiro
Portugal
pensamentos dispersos
Standard Portuguese usage matches Brazilian Portuguese
Related Idioms & Phrases
head in the clouds
mind all over the place
can't keep your thoughts straight
lost in thought
thoughts running wild
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