Meaning & use

specific

adjective·Everyday

Clearly and precisely defined or identified, rather than general or vague.

See it in a sentence

Please give me a specific date instead of just saying 'sometime soon'.

The recipe lists specific measurements for every single ingredient used.

A note on using this word

'Specific' pairs naturally with 'about', as in 'be specific about', when asking someone for exact details.

Words with a similar meaning

preciseparticular

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Words with an opposite meaning

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