specifically

[ spi-sif-ik-lee ]

adverb

1. in a definite or precise manner:

   The suspect was not specifically named in the report. More specifically, you will be responsible for half the total cost.

2. with an exact use or purpose in mind:

   The manual is written specifically for nonexperts.

3. with reference to qualities that are peculiar or proper to someone or something:

   Our classes are specifically different from other yoga programs.

Word History and Origins

Origin of specifically¹

First recorded in 1620–25; specific ( def ) + -ly ( def )

Example Sentences

YnMYnM, a China-based company launched in 2017, is specifically dedicated to weighted blankets.

From Popular-Science

While an ultralight tent and lightweight sleeping bag will do in spring, you are guaranteed to have an unpleasant night if you set out during the colder months without items specifically designed for winter.

From Popular-Science

Meghan Brennan, an attorney representing Cline, did not comment specifically on the allegations in court, other than noting that the case is “currently very much in the investigative” phase and nothing has been proved.

From Washington Post

Ergonomic chairs are specifically designed for comfort and efficient body movements in your workspace.

From Popular-Science

The best heated vests for men will be tailored specifically to a man’s body shape, offering warmth without a lot of bulk.

From Popular-Science

Specifically, what briefing did the flight crew receive before they went to the airplane?

From The Daily Beast

Almost everyone I spoke to said they have used JSwipe because they are specifically not just looking for a booty call.

From The Daily Beast

Specifically, the pilots got themselves into a high altitude stall, where the wings lose the capacity to provide lift.

From The Daily Beast

Your letter highlights so many of the harsh realities trans people face, specifically in regard to how society rejects us.

From The Daily Beast

In July, the Centers for Disease Control said more specifically that opioid painkillers kill someone every hour.

From The Daily Beast

Let me ask you specifically if the period covered in terms of this extraction was from October?

From Project Gutenberg

On the contrary, the exceptions specifically made in favour of sick persons seem to be even widened in scope.

From Project Gutenberg

To say all in a word, this class of foreigners are specifically excluded from admission at court.

From Project Gutenberg

I don't recall specifically except that I was aware he was in the home.

From Project Gutenberg

Though you don't recall it specifically, it is possible that you went into the garage.

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

• categorically
• clearly
• correctly
• definitely
• especially
• exactly
• explicitly
• individually
• pointedly
• precisely
• respectively
• specially