specifically

adverb
UK: /spəˈsɪf.ɪ.kəl.i/
US: /spəˈsɪf.ɪ.kəl.i/

  1. In a clear and exact way.

    1. I specifically asked for a window seat. [ ] [ ]
    2. The project needs more funding, specifically for research and development. [ ] [ ]

  2. Relating to one thing and not others.

    1. This offer is specifically for students. [ ] [ ]
    2. The new law applies specifically to large corporations and their subsidiaries. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

exactly particularly precisely expressly

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "specifically" in English means: In a clear and exact way., Relating to one thing and not others..

The phonetic transcription of "specifically" is /spəˈsɪf.ɪ.kəl.i/ in British English and /spəˈsɪf.ɪ.kəl.i/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "specifically": exactly, particularly, precisely, expressly.

Example usage of "specifically": "I specifically asked for a window seat.". More examples on the page.