Specifically

Pronunciation: /spəˈsɪfɪkli/

Definitions of specifically

adverb used to indicate something that is explicitly or precisely stated or identified

Example Sentences

A1 I specifically asked for a table by the window.

A2 She specifically told me to arrive at 6:00 PM.

B1 The instructions were specifically designed for beginners.

B2 The contract specifically states that payment is due on the 15th of each month.

C1 The report specifically outlines the steps needed for project completion.

C2 The company specifically targets high-end clientele for their luxury products.

Examples of specifically in a Sentence

formal The study focused specifically on the effects of climate change on coastal communities.

informal I want to talk specifically about our plans for the weekend.

slang She's looking for someone specifically with a good sense of humor.

figurative His words were specifically aimed at hurting her feelings.

Grammatical Forms of specifically

• past tense: specified
• plural: specifically
• comparative: more specifically
• superlative: most specifically
• present tense: specifically
• future tense: will specifically
• perfect tense: have specifically
• continuous tense: is specifically
• singular: specifically
• positive degree: specific
• infinitive: to specify
• gerund: specifying
• participle: specified

Origin and Evolution of specifically

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'specifically' originated from the Latin word 'specificus', which is derived from 'species' meaning 'kind' or 'sort'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to indicate something precise or exact, 'specifically' has evolved to emphasize a particular aspect or detail within a broader context.