more specific

ADJECTIVE

particular, distinguishing

Synonyms

STRONGEST

clear-cut definite definitive different distinct exact explicit individual limited peculiar precise special specialized unambiguous unequivocal unique

STRONG

characteristic express set sole

WEAK

bull's eye categorical clean-cut cut fine dead on downright drawn fine especial flat out hit nail on head on target outright reserved restricted right on straight-out

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ambiguous careless common commonplace equivocal fuzzy imprecise inaccurate indefinite indistinct inexact like normal obscure ordinary resembling similar standard uncertain undefined unlimited unreliable usual vague

WEAK

general

Example Sentences

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more specific

The findings highlight the complexity of sedentary behavior and suggest that future health recommendations may need to become more specific.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 21, 2026

McConnell’s office doesn’t seem eager to get more specific: They still haven’t said why he’s in the hospital.

From Slate ● Jul. 2, 2026

“I would like more specific questions to be answered,” she told MarketWatch.

From MarketWatch ● Jun. 30, 2026

And if you did, you would, of course, be more specific, and you would be able to really clearly say why you are saying what you are saying.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 11, 2026

“I know this is a difficult thing. You’re young. But maybe you could get more specific about your feelings.”

From "The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian" by Sherman Alexie