be specific

VERB

specify

Synonyms

STRONGEST

cite define determine enumerate establish fix indicate lay out limit mention point out spell out stipulate

STRONG

blueprint condition detail finger individualize instance inventory itemize list make name particularize peg set settle slot specialize tag

WEAK

button down come to the point draw a picture get down to brass tacks get to the point go into detail pin down precise put down put finger on show clearly specificate specificize tab tick off

Antonyms

STRONGEST

confuse destroy neglect unsettle

STRONG

discourage dissuade halt ignore

WEAK

generalize

Example Sentences

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Whenever you ask AI to contribute to a performance review, make sure to be specific about the information you want the system to analyze or finesse.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 24, 2026

Substantively, be specific about what you’re suggesting or asking.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 7, 2026

“But I found that to be so much easier to prepare, because there was so much in there that the character couldn’t help but be specific, because I was given an exact template.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 5, 2026

Her top tip is to be specific about what will resolve the issue for you, whether that's a replacement dish, or the price to be taken off the bill.

From BBC • Jan. 5, 2026

I figure if I’m going to get any answers, though, I need to be specific with my questions.

From "Challenger Deep" by Neal Shusterman

be specific

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