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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The Justice Department didn’t respond to specific questions about the dismantling of the Public Integrity Section or the change in mission for the Civil Rights Division.

From Salon • Apr. 14, 2026

These ships have the ability to launch helicopters that support boarding operations, and some are capable of marshaling commercial vessels to specific areas to hold them in place.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

When that relationship inverts, the market is saying something specific — that the “value of deliverability and physical security has overtaken the value of global exposure.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026

I also like the specific corners and the way we have created unofficial wings.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

If it was a magical sleep, there was a very specific way to wake up a princess.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley

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