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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It said the measures followed "three years of monitoring" and had been "strategically introduced in specific locations where pressures have been greatest".

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

Ultrasounds, X-rays and other images come from stock sources and can be modified by show’s the art department to show specific results.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

Pangram’s newspaper study identified specific op-ed writers, including three at the Journal.

From Slate • Apr. 17, 2026

Their results point to a specific microbial process.

From Science Daily • Apr. 16, 2026

Additional lines were attached to the frames so that even in dark waters divers could make their way and find the specific square they intended to explore.

From "Shipwrecked!" by Martin W. Sandler

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