specifically (B1)
adverb
Pronunciation: /spəˈsɪfɪkli/
Definition
In a way that is exact, precise, and clearly stated.
Examples
The instructions were written specifically for beginners.
He was looking for a job that specifically matched his skills.
This medicine should be taken specifically at bedtime.
How to Use specifically
- specifically for (prepositional phrase)
- For a particular purpose or person. — "This tool is made specifically for carving wood."
- specifically designed (collocation)
- Created with a particular purpose or use in mind. — "The new phone was specifically designed to be user-friendly."
- specifically mention (collocation)
- To state or name something clearly and precisely. — "The contract does not specifically mention overtime pay."
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