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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 added: "We have campaigned for some time for more to be done to protect shop workers from offenders, including retail crime being made into a specific stand alone offence."

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

Often, Close arrived asking for advice on a specific situation she was facing.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

In Florstadt, automated procedures coexist with manual handling at fixed workstations, such as preparing a single contact lens ordered by an optician for a specific patient for further shipping.

From Barron's • 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

Any specific actions taken by Kate, Mother, Lizzie, or Calvin can only be imagined.

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.