Definitions

specific

[spi-sif-ik] / spɪˈsɪf ɪk /

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

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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Kozack said that discussions on that financial assistance were continuing, but that the Fund was not yet prepared to disclose which specific countries were involved.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

Quizzed by reporters about H200 orders in between meetings in Beijing, Huang did not give a specific answer and merely said, he was there to support the president.

From MarketWatch • May 14, 2026

Yet some fossils appear capable of preserving microscopic biological structures under specific conditions.

From Science Daily • May 14, 2026

Graph shows the change in temperature at a specific location over time used to determine the onset of El Niño.

From BBC • May 14, 2026

Listening to Chicken talk about sharks made Cat think about a specific shark.

From "Caterpillar Summer" by Gillian McDunn

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