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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Ken Craft, whose nonprofit supervises the Budget Inn, declined to discuss specific cases.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

They can usually direct their donations toward funding a specific mission – perhaps in memory of a favorite professor, supporting cancer research or to support extracurricular activities such as sports.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

They added: "Within these categories, we also track our investment in specific artforms such as opera, circus and comedy. At present, we have no plans to change how we classify our investment."

From BBC • Apr. 4, 2026

“TYG is a fund for a specific moment and a specific investor,” wrote Michael A. Gayed, author of the Lead-Lag Report Substack, in a report last month.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

You see, if you’re going to give someone advice, it’s important to be specific.

From "Rump: The (Fairly) True Story of Rumpelstilskin" by Liesl Shurtliff

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