specifically

adverb

spi-ˈsi-fi-k(ə-)lē How to pronounce specifically (audio)
Definition of specificallynext
1
as in especially
in regard to something mentioned explicitly or in detail specifically, I object to the second point

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2
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 The public report on the Hill investigation did not address those figures, and information released by the board has not specifically identified alleged mismanagement of those funds as part of the review. — Charlotte Observer, 16 Oct. 2026 The Consumer Product Safety Commission says there are no mandatory federal safety requirements specifically for jewelry, though voluntary industry standards exist and children’s jewelry must meet federal lead limits. — Bilin Lin, Fortune, 16 Oct. 2026 In January 2026, the European Commission adopted its first EU Visa Strategy alongside a recommendation aimed specifically at attracting researchers, highly skilled workers, students and startup founders. — Bernardo Saraiva, Forbes.com, 16 Oct. 2026 Cigar blends or cigar malts are whiskeys that are created specifically to be paired with cigars—not to taste like cigars, as they are sometimes misinterpreted. — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for specifically
Recent Examples of Synonyms for specifically
  1. especially
  2. particularly
  3. notably
  4. specially
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  • That formula feels even more relevant today, and what makes the T especially compelling is that its emphasis on driver engagement does not come at the cost of day-to-day livability.
    — Bradley Iger, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2026
  • For Obsession writer-director Curry Barker, rolling out a follow-up to the biggest surprise breakout of the year is a pretty daunting task — especially given Barker cast himself in the film’s lead role.
    — James Hibberd, HollywoodReporter, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of especially
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  • These outcomes can be particularly influential for Gen Z investors building a lifelong financial foundation.
    — Aneri Jambusaria, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2026
  • By changing these layers, researchers hope to vastly improve the function of devices — particularly smaller, wearable, and biodegradable ones.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of particularly
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  • Hernández said the group wanted to use the platform to bring further awareness to the struggles immigrants continue to face in this country with an audience that notably skews more American than Los Tigres is accustomed to.
    — Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Most notably, spirits consumption in Suntory’s largest markets has been in decline after peaking during the pandemic.
    — Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of notably
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  • The study is part of an ongoing research project that explores how a form of brief interpersonal psychotherapy called MOMCare, which is specially tailored to treating prenatal depression, affects pregnant women with depression and their babies.
    — Catherine Demers, The Conversation, 16 Oct. 2026
  • The 8th overall pick in June’s NBA draft, who hails from San Antonio, Texas, wore a custom pair of shoes his father had made specially for him.
    — Lauren Williams, AJC.com, 10 Oct. 2026
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“Specifically.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/specifically. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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