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

He said net revenue retention has improved and “is now in the high 90s,” without being more specific.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 11, 2026

No one can question that 9/11 was a colossal intelligence failure, or to be more specific, a failure of imagination in the US intelligence community.

From BBC ● Sep. 10, 2026

But it’s actually even more specific than that.

From Salon ● Aug. 30, 2026

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

‘But,’ said opposition members, ‘let us be more specific.’

From "Words Like Loaded Pistols" by Sam Leith