Specific Definition & Meaning
specific
- adjective
- (sometimes followed by `to') applying to or characterized by or distinguishing something particular or special or unique; "rules with specific application"; "demands specific to the job"; "a specific and detailed account of the accident"
- stated explicitly or in detail; "needed a specific amount"
- relating to or distinguishing or constituting a taxonomic species; "specific characters"
- being or affecting a disease produced by a particular microorganism or condition; used also of stains or dyes used in making microscope slides; "quinine is highly specific for malaria"; "a specific remedy"; "a specific stain is one having a specific affinity for particular structural elements"
- noun
- a fact about some part (as opposed to general); "he always reasons from the particular to the general"
- a medicine that has a mitigating effect on a specific disease; "quinine is a specific for malaria"
"Specific" in song lyrics
See how specific is used in real songs:
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"Harboring words is my world specific"
2Mex — Outro -
"Should I break it down? Man, I'll get specific"
415 — 415 -
"Always stay prolific, keep the concepts specific"
Akrobatik f/ Little Brother — Be Prepared
Words that rhyme with specific
Usage tips for "specific"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "specific" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for specific to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does specific mean?
- (sometimes followed by `to') applying to or characterized by or distinguishing something particular or special or unique; "rules with specific application"; "demands specific to the job"; "a specific and detailed account of the accident" stated explicitly or in detail; "needed a specific amount" relating to or distinguishing or constituting a taxonomic species; "specific characters" being or affecting a disease produced by a particular microorganism or condition
- What part of speech is specific?
- Specific is an adjective and a noun.
- How many definitions does specific have?
- Specific has 6 definitions across 2 parts of speech (adjective, noun).