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unfocused study

[ʌnˈfoʊkəst ˈstʌdi]
nounpl: unfocused studies
estudo desconcentrado
1. Learning or academic work characterized by lack of concentration, clear direction, or specific objectives
His unfocused study habits resulted in poor exam grades.
Seus hábitos de estudo desconcentrado resultaram em notas ruins no exame.
2. The act of studying without a predetermined goal or structured approach
Unfocused study often leads to wasted time and inefficient learning.
O estudo desconcentrado frequentemente leva ao desperdício de tempo e aprendizado ineficiente.
Synonyms
distracted studyaimless studyingunfocused learningscattered studying
Antonyms
focused studyconcentrated studypurposeful studydirected learning

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estudo desconcentrado
Most common usage in Brazil
Brazil (informal)
estudo bagunçado
More colloquial, meaning messy or disorganized study
Portugal
estudo desconcentrado
Same as Brazilian Portuguese
Portugal (formal)
estudo sem foco
More literal translation, also acceptable

Related Idioms & Phrases

all over the place
all over the map
scatter-brained approach
lack of direction
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