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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

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more specific

That’s what his seeming break with longevity actually entails: an overhaul of his life’s mission away from “lifemaxxing” toward more specific goals like curing the incurable.

From Slate ● Jul. 31, 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

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

From MarketWatch ● Jun. 30, 2026

The more specific you are, the more universal it is.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 28, 2026

I had to get more specific, so I put “Malden” after his name, since that’s where he and my mom grew up.

From "From the Desk of Zoe Washington" by Janae Marks