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Specifications

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

Definition

A detailed description or assessment of requirements, dimensions, materials, etc., for a proposed product, process, or service.

Synonyms & similar words

spec stipulation specification details description particulars criteria standards requirements guidelines instructions directions parameters spec specifications specs blueprint plan scheme design model prototype

Synonyms by register

Formal

requirements details parameters criteria

Informal

specs details what's needed

Antonyms

generalities vagueness ambiguity uncertainty incompleteness broad strokes

Common collocations

  • product specifications
  • technical specifications
  • detailed specifications
  • project specifications
  • design specifications
  • user specifications
  • meeting specifications

Word family

noun specification
verb specify
adjective specific
adverb specifically

Usage note

Specifications are typically used in technical, engineering, or manufacturing contexts to describe precise requirements. Avoid using it for general descriptions.

Example sentences

  1. The builder followed the specifications to make sure the house was safe and sound.
  2. The teacher gave us specifications for the essay we had to write.
  3. The chef followed the recipe specifications to make the perfect dish.
  4. The engineer had to check the specifications to make sure the bridge was strong enough.
  5. The company had to meet the customer's specifications in order to get the contract.

Quotes

  • Specifications are a kind of poetry. - Charles Eames
  • Specifications express the essential characteristics of products or services and are designed to meet the needs of customers. - ISO
  • Specifications are the language of design and engineering. - Michael Graves

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