noun a nonspecific thing or person
adjective not clearly or explicitly identified or expressed
In psychology, nonspecific factors in therapy may include aspects of the therapeutic relationship or environment that contribute to overall improvement, regardless of the specific treatment approach.
In medicine, nonspecific refers to symptoms or findings that are not specific to a particular disease or condition, making it difficult to pinpoint a diagnosis.
In biology, nonspecific immune responses refer to general defense mechanisms that act against a wide range of pathogens without the need for prior exposure.
In research, nonspecific effects refer to any unintended or incidental outcomes that are not directly related to the variables being studied.
In the field of writing, 'nonspecific' may refer to vague or generalized language that lacks specific details or examples.
Psychologists may use 'nonspecific' to describe symptoms or behaviors that are not clearly defined or specific to a particular disorder or condition.
Doctors may use 'nonspecific' to refer to symptoms or test results that do not point to a specific diagnosis or cause.
Lawyers may use 'nonspecific' to describe legal language or terms that are not clearly defined or are open to interpretation.
Teachers may use 'nonspecific' to describe answers or responses from students that lack specific details or evidence.