Definitions

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 study describes for the first time how two specific PPRHs, called HpE9 and HpE12, reduce both PCSK9 RNA and protein while boosting LDL receptor levels.

From Science Daily • May 1, 2026

It wasn’t immediately clear what the specific timing of that might look like.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 1, 2026

The Lady Chief Justice's Office said each case was "fact specific" and judges considered all evidence and legislation when passing sentence.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

Instead, it is a personalized therapy that uses a patient’s own tumor and blood samples to teach the immune system to recognize and destroy their specific cancer cells.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

Josie couldn’t even tell which specific scene he was talking about, or which awful thing one of them had done to the other she felt maddest or guiltiest about.

From "The School for Whatnots" by Margaret Peterson Haddix

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