specif

Adverb

specifically (comparative more specifically, superlative most specifically)

1. In a specific manner, applying to or naming a particular thing or things, expressly, explicitly.
   • A provision of law may not be construed as requiring a new grant to be awarded to a specified non-Federal Government entity unless that provision of law (1) specifically refers to this subsection; specifically identifies the particular non-Federal Government entity involved; and (3) specifically...1994, Congress of the United States, United States Statutes at Large, volume 108, part 4

   Synonyms:

   clearly, directly, downrightly, explicitly, expressis verbis, expressly, patently, plainly, unambiguously, unequivocally

   Antonyms:

   generally, typically, classically

2. For a specific purpose or reason.