What is another word for specialty?

Common synonyms for specialty include peculiarity, specialisation, speciality, strongsuit, weakpoint.

What is the opposite of specialty?

Antonyms of specialty include general, common, ordinary, usual, standard.

Synonyms for

Specialty

Noun / ˈspeʃʌlti: / / ˈspeɪʃʌlti: / Another word for specialty — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A special or unique thing that someone knows or can do.

Synonyms & similar words

peculiarity specialisation speciality strongsuit weakpoint strongpoint distinctiveness specialism longsuit strength metier specialization forte specialness expertise skill talent proficiency mastery aptitude competence capacity knack gift ability craft art trade vocation occupation profession calling field sphere

Synonyms by register

Formal

expertise specialization particularity distinctiveness

Informal

thing gig forte knack

Literary

prerogative province bailiwick

Antonyms

general common ordinary usual standard regular normal

Common collocations

medical specialty
food specialty
area of specialty
specialty coffee
specialty chemicals
specialty store
specialty insurance

Word family

noun specialty

adjective special

Usage note

While 'specialty' is often used to refer to a particular field of study or work, it can also mean a product that is unique to a place or company. The spelling 'specialty' is more common in American English, while 'specialty' is more common in British English.

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