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AWL Sublist 1 · Academic Word
specific
/spɪˈsɪfɪk/ Syllables: spe·ˈcif·ic
English Illustration
Arabic Translation & Context
Synonyms & Antonyms
Clearly defined or identified; relating to a particular thing rather than general.
Synonyms
particular
precise
exact
Antonyms
general
vague
Translations
specific in Arabic
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Arabic Meaning
محدد، خاص
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Easy Explanation (Arabic)
يعني شيء واضح ومحدد بدقة، أو بيتعلق بشيء معين مش عام.
Easy Explanation
Plain English Breakdown
Specific means exact and particular, not general or vague. A specific question asks about one thing. Specific instructions leave no room for confusion.
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Memory TipSpecific comes from Latin 'species' (kind) — something specific belongs to a particular kind.
Contextual Examples
How to use in a sentence
The report makes specific recommendations about how to improve public transport.
The study focused on a specific group of learners: adults returning to education.
Students are asked to refer to specific examples from the text to support their arguments.
Word Families & Pronunciation
specific
| PART OF SPEECH | FORM |
|---|---|
| adverb | specifically |
| noun | specification |
| noun | specificity |
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