adjective
- clearly defined or identified; precise and exact
- relating to a particular thing or category rather than general
- belonging or relating uniquely to a particular subject
noun
- a particular detail or item
Usage: usually plural
Examples
- Please give me specific instructions for the assignment.
- The medicine is specific to treating heart conditions.
- I need a specific type of battery for this device.
- Can you be more specific about what went wrong?
- The contract includes all the specifics of the agreement.
- She asked for specifics rather than general comments.
- This tool has a specific purpose in the workshop.