specific
/spəˈsɪfɪk/
CEFR level B2Topic ThinkingWord #4181 in the learning path
特定的
Definitions
adj. relating to one particular thing rather than things in general
特定的
adj. giving exact details rather than general information
明确的；具体的
adj. found only in a particular person, place, or thing
特有的
Example
Is there a specific colour you would prefer?
你有没有特别想要的颜色？
Governments should set specific targets for reducing air pollution so that progress can be measured accurately.
政府应制定具体的空气污染减排目标，以便准确衡量进展。
Collocations
- specific needs
- specific details
- specific targets
- specific to
Word family
- specifically (adv.)
- specify (v.)
- specification (n.)
- specificity (n.)
Synonyms
- particular
- precise
Antonyms
- general
- vague
Usage tip
specific to表示“为……所特有”。
FAQ
- What does specific mean?
- relating to one particular thing rather than things in general giving exact details rather than general information found only in a particular person, place, or thing
- How is specific pronounced?
- UK /spəˈsɪfɪk/, US /spəˈsɪfɪk/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
