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Specific
/spəˈsɪfɪk/
Clearly defined or identified with precision.
Synonyms:
precise
detailed
exact
distinct
particular
Antonyms:
vague
general
ambiguous
indefinite
nonspecific
Examples:
A
specific
detail caught my attention in the report.
He asked for a
specific
seat near the window.
The law addresses a
specific
group of individuals.
Etymology:
From Latin
specificus
, which is derived from
species
meaning
a particular kind or type
. Entered the English language in the early 17th century.
Usage Statistics:
102 mentions per 1 million words
Very Often
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