Synonyms of specify
14 similar words · 1 opposite word
Another word for specify is name. Other synonyms of specify are nominate, disambiguate, particularize and call. The opposite of specify is generalize.
Synonyms and similar words for specify
verbTo state explicitly, or in detail, or as a condition.
- nameTo mention, specify.
verbMore synonyms
- explicitizeTo make explicit.
- disambiguateTo remove ambiguities from; to make less ambiguous; to clarify or specify which of multiple possibilities applies –...
- call
- call outTo specify, especially in detail.
- clarify
- clear up
- get something straight
- narrow downTo make more specific.
- nominateTo specify in advance which pocket a ball will be potted in; to call; to name.
- particularizeTo be specific about (individual instances); to go into detail (about), to specify.
- singularizeTo make singular.
- specialize rareTo specify: to mention specifically.
- specificate obsoleteTo show, mark, or designate the species, or the distinguishing particulars of; to specify.
Opposite of specify
verbMore antonyms
Meaning of specify
- verb To state explicitly, or in detail, or as a condition.
- verb To include in a specification.
- verb To bring about a specific result.
specify in other languages
Questions about synonyms of specify
- What is another word for specify?
- Specify has 14 synonyms on Word.ws, such as name, nominate, disambiguate, particularize and call.
- What is the opposite of specify?
- The opposite of specify is generalize.
- What does specify mean?
- Specify means to state explicitly, or in detail, or as a condition.
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