specifics

noun

plural of specific
1
as in medications
a substance or preparation used to treat disease quinine is a specific for malaria

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2
as in details
a single piece of information although the speech was long on rhetoric and platitudinous generalities, it lacked specifics

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3
as in characteristics
something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind the two submissions differ only in certain specifics

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Recent Examples of specifics Other penalties could be applied depending on the specifics of the situation. — Sarah Agostino, CNBC, 4 Aug. 2026 The specifics are needed, as Baldwin’s words bring bracing, embittered context to the film’s lustrous European tour. — Guy Lodge, Variety, 3 Aug. 2026 At the advice of her lawyer, Thoreson declined to comment on the specifics of the indictment. — Meg Anderson, NPR, 3 Aug. 2026 The tenure of our current mayor, Brandon Johnson, illustrates why Chicago should demand more specifics. — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 3 Aug. 2026 The two spoke before tipoff, the specifics of which Reeve did not share. — Mike Cook, Twin Cities, 2 Aug. 2026 In a 2015 interview, Su told Reuters that China Radio International subsidiary Guoguang Century Media holds a majority stake in his company, G&E, but declined to offer specifics citing a nondisclosure agreement. — Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 2 Aug. 2026 However, the legislative requirements passed were general, establishing timelines and goals, while delegating the drafting of the specifics to regulatory bodies. — Jon McGowan, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026 Court transcripts also detail Moreno saying Miller made threatening statements against her father, a first-term senator who was elected in 2024, though there are no specifics mentioned. — Jacob Rosen, CBS News, 31 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for specifics
  1. medications
  2. details
  3. characteristics
  4. drugs
  5. facts
  6. features
  7. remedies
  8. qualities
Noun
  • The cost of daily life in Lake Stevens, Washington – fuel, groceries, medications and children’s formula – has added up.
    — Natasha Chen, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026
  • The defense has their own expert witnesses set to testify, setting up the two sides to present conflicting arguments over Lindsay Clancy’s mental state, her medications, and postpartum psychosis.
    — Colleen Cronin, Boston Herald, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of medications
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  • The Presidential Press and Information Bureau, which released the photographs, said the meeting was held Monday morning but did not disclose the location of the meeting or provide details about what was discussed.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026
  • The state utility company did not offer further details about the blackout.
    — Diego Mendoza, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of details
Noun
  • Hoyos said the move was made because Rios Novo, who was Miami’s starter during its MLS Cup championship run, has characteristics that better suit the team’s playing style.
    — Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
  • The five points of the star represent the characteristics of a good citizen, which are fortitude, loyalty, righteousness, prudence, and broadmindedness.
    — Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 July 2026
Definition of characteristics
Noun
  • That would be news to Big Pharma, which has invested billions developing wildly popular obesity drugs, not to mention the decades of public-health campaigns devoted to diet, exercise and weight loss.
    — Letters to the Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Still, for patients and healthcare providers alike, easing access to obesity drugs is a welcome move, particularly in light of the fact that statutory rules written in 2006 have long precluded Medicare from covering weight-loss medications.
    — Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of drugs
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  • Closing this gap, aligning one’s internal world with external facts, begins with awareness.
    — Julian Hayes II, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Zirin’s lively biography of this activist should remind everyone that history isn’t just about facts and figures but also context and compassion.
    — Bethanne Patrick, Los Angeles Times, 31 July 2026
Definition of facts
Noun
  • But the current facility lacks features like a gymnasium, an outdoor soccer field and an auditorium, which Stewart said are important for a well-rounded educational environment.
    — Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 1 Aug. 2026
  • The licensed players and NIL concept revived the college game, but complicated features like this beloved one.
    — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of features
Noun
  • The pandemic marked a shift in business because the new storefront was busy with customers looking for natural remedies to fight COVID-19.
    — Michael Butler, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
  • Here’s what consumers should know about the recall, including all affected products and remedies.
    — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 31 July 2026
Definition of remedies
Noun
  • The Free People One Frida Godet Midiskirt has those same ethereal qualities with a modern twist that feels wearable in everyday life.
    — Tessa Petak, InStyle, 1 Aug. 2026
  • The defining universities of the next generation will demonstrate those same qualities themselves.
    — David Rosowsky, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of qualities

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“Specifics.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/specifics. Accessed 7 Aug. 2026.

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