Definitions

specify

[spes-uh-fahy] / ˈspɛs əˌfaɪ /

VERB

designate; decide definitely

Synonyms

STRONGEST

cite define determine enumerate establish fix indicate lay out limit mention point out spell out stipulate

STRONG

blueprint condition detail finger individualize instance inventory itemize list make name particularize peg set settle slot specialize tag

WEAK

be specific button down come to the point draw a picture get down to brass tacks get to the point go into detail pin down precise put down put finger on show clearly specificate specificize tab tick off

Antonyms

STRONGEST

confuse destroy neglect unsettle

STRONG

discourage dissuade halt ignore

WEAK

generalize

Example Sentences

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Friedman did not specify when Ohtani will depart for the WBC, but he did say Ohtani will continue to throw on his off days with Team Japan as he ramps up for opening day.

From Los Angeles Times

Ukrainian state oil-and-gas company Naftogaz reported a fire at one of its facilities on the day of the attack without specifying the location, noting it was the 15th attack on their facilities in a month.

From The Wall Street Journal

At a news conference after the meeting, Fed Chair Jerome Powell said officials were “well positioned” and declined to specify what conditions would prompt another rate cut.

From The Wall Street Journal

“With a spendthrift trust, creditors and lawsuits cannot access the funds, and your child cannot demand early payouts. Instead, the trustee manages distributions based on your specified terms.”

From MarketWatch

The delisting from Milan’s stock exchange will follow, it added, without specifying how it intends to buy the 14% stake it doesn’t yet own or on what timeframe.

From The Wall Street Journal

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