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more specific

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

bull's eye 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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United's refusal suggests they are targeting specific areas, and the left side of their attack is one of them.

From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026

US tariffs targeting specific sectors have hurt the Canadian economy over the past year.

From Barron's • Feb. 26, 2026

When called to testify before an oversight board, a police official can deflect accusations of targeting specific racial groups or poorer neighborhoods, claiming that they are merely following the objective dictates of a machine.

From Salon • Feb. 8, 2026

These tactics are a departure from agents targeting specific immigrants based on information they have on the person, such as serious criminal histories or removal orders.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 8, 2025

This paves the way for novel therapies targeting specific pressure-sensitive points in the cell.

From Science Daily • Jan. 5, 2024