SPECIFICALLY Synonyms: 27 Similar and Opposite Words

specifically

adverb

spi-ˈsi-fi-k(ə-)lē

Definition of specifically

as in especially

in regard to something mentioned explicitly or in detail specifically, I object to the second point

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as in particularly

in the specific case of one person or thing as distinguished from others the medical study is focused on women, and specifically older women

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Recent Examples of specifically Getting the sweetest, juiciest fruits requires the right care, specifically adequate watering. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 6 July 2026 Unlike platforms focused specifically on seniors, Match serves a wide range of age groups. — Matthew Kayser updated July 6, Miami Herald, 6 July 2026 The agency is keeping LNT in place despite being specifically ordered to reconsider it. — ArsTechnica, 6 July 2026 The new financial aid policy specifically applies to new students. — Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 6 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for specifically

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The government’s monthslong internet shutdown also strangled parts of the economy – especially those with foreign clients – that relied on the world wide web.

— Frederik Pleitgen, CNN Money, 11 July 2026
In the video, both women exude confidence, with Jihyo showing a sexier side, especially in R&B.

— Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026

Definition of especially

Adverb

When heavy rain occurs, there is a potential for flooding, particularly in areas that are low-lying or prone to floods.

— NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 7 July 2026
In severe cases, particularly when other treatments have failed, a hysterectomy with or without removal of the ovaries may also be considered.

— Daryl Austin, USA Today, 7 July 2026

Definition of particularly

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Kavanaugh also authored major decisions, most notably the court’s ruling that states are free to ban transgender girls from competing on female teams.

— Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 11 July 2026
For his first couture collection at Balenciaga, Piccioli infused the house’s heritage with his own signature style — most notably through his masterful use of color.

— Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 10 July 2026

Definition of notably

Adverb

The dogs, specially trained to detect human scent, have spent days searching for people trapped beneath the rubble of nearly 200 buildings that collapsed following the two powerful back-to-back earthquakes.

— Alessandra Freitas, CNN Money, 5 July 2026
Also, some birdhouses are specially designed, like houses built to attract bluebirds.

— The Spruce, The Spruce, 5 July 2026

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