Synonyms for
Specify
Definition
To state or describe something clearly and accurately.
Synonyms & similar words
assign
particularize
pindown
define
narrowdown
fix
delimitate
stipulate
set
specialize
specialise
generalize
determine
narrow
intend
condition
delineate
naildown
particularise
destine
setapart
delimit
designate
qualify
limit
define
describe
explain
indicate
detail
enumerate
particularize
cite
note
mention
identify
name
designate
characterize
label
classify
categorize
catalogue
speculate
Synonyms by register
Formal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- specify the details
- specify the requirements
- specify the time
- specify the location
- specify the amount
- specify the date
- specify the reason
Word family
Usage note
Often used in technical or legal contexts to mean 'state precisely'. Be careful not to confuse with 'specific', which means 'particular' or 'exact'.
Example sentences
- Can you specify the color of the dress you want me to buy?
- The recipe didn't specify the amount of salt needed.
- Please specify your preferred time and location for the meeting.
- The contract specifies the terms of the agreement.
- The instructions didn't specify which button to press.
Quotes
We must not allow the clock and the calendar to blind us to the fact that each moment of life is a miracle and mystery. - H.G. Wells
The most important thing in communication is hearing what isn't said. - Peter Drucker
The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of low price is forgotten. - Benjamin Franklin