26984 words

specifically

4 definitions • 10 examples
1
for a particular reason, purpose, etc.:

Examples:

These jeans are designed specifically for women.
[ + to infinitive ] I bought it specifically to wear at the wedding.
We are aiming our campaign specifically at young people.
2
clearly, exactly, or in detail:

Examples:

I specifically asked you not to be late.
The law specifically prohibits acts of this kind.
It specifically said/stated on the label that the jacket should be dry-cleaned only.
3
clearly, exactly, or in detail:

Examples:

I specifically asked you not to be late.
She mentioned you specifically.
4
for a particular reason, purpose, etc.:

Examples:

These jeans were designed specifically for women.
We went to New York specifically to visit the Metropolitan Museum.

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