specifically — in a clearly defined or explicit manner; particularly or especially
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: in a clearly defined or explicit manner; particularly or especially
Pronunciation (IPA): /spɪˈsɪfɪkli/
Example Sentences
- I specifically told you not to feed the cat pizza, but here we are at the vet.
- The app was specifically created for people who forget to water their plants.
- She specifically requested a table by the window, then spent the entire meal staring at her phone.
specifically
ADVERB[/spɪˈsɪfɪkli/]
in a clearly defined or explicit manner; particularly or especially
The teacher asked specifically for blue pens, not black ones.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Medieval Latin 'specificus' meaning 'constituting a species' or 'particular,' derived from Latin 'species' (appearance, kind) combined with the suffix '-ficus' (making, causing). The adverb form adds '-ly' from Old English.
Breakdown
specific (from species + -ficus) + -al (adjective suffix) + -ly (adverb suffix) = specifically
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“I specifically told you not to feed the cat pizza, but here we are at the vet.”
“The app was specifically created for people who forget to water their plants.”
“She specifically requested a table by the window, then spent the entire meal staring at her phone.”
“This course is specifically designed for advanced learners.”
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