Synonyms for

Specifically

Verb / spʌˈsɪfɪkli: / Another word for specifically — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

In a detailed and precise way.

Synonyms & similar words

generally precisely exactly clearly definitely distinctly explicitly unambiguously unequivocally accurately detailed meticulously rigorously thoroughly carefully minutely comprehensively systematically methodically logically

Synonyms by register

Formal

distinctly precisely explicitly particularly

Informal

especially really definitely

Literary

expressly pointed-ly

Antonyms

generally broadly vaguely imprecisely indefinitely roughly

Common collocations

  • specifically designed
  • specifically for
  • specifically mention
  • specifically address
  • specifically stated
  • specifically target
  • specifically requested

Word family

noun specificity
adjective specific

Usage note

Often used to introduce a more detailed or precise point. Be mindful of overuse, which can make writing sound redundant.

Example sentences

  1. She specifically asked for a blue dress.
  2. The instructions were specifically designed for beginners.
  3. I asked for a specific type of cheese.
  4. The rules are specifically for safety reasons.
  5. The party was specifically planned for the anniversary.

Quotes

  • "I write very specifically because I know what it's like to feel alienated and lonely, and I don't want anyone else to feel that way." - Junot Diaz
  • "I am not a handsome man, but I'm considered cute by a certain audience. I'll take it." - John Malkovich
  • "I specifically chose characters who didn't know their fathers." - Judd Apatow

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