Specified
ˈspɛsɪfaɪd
Definitions
2 meaningsTo clearly and explicitly state or identify something.
ˈspɛsɪfaɪd
To state or identify something precisely or explicitly.
The document specified the deadlines for submitting the proposal.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're giving someone exact instructions. Like, "Meet me at the park, not just 'near the playground,' but *beside the swings*. That's specifying!" You're being super clear about the details.
👶 For kids: To tell someone exactly what you want or need. Like, "I want the red crayon, not the blue one!"
More Examples
The architect specified the dimensions of the building.
He specified his preferences for the vacation destination.
How It's Used
"The contract specified the terms of payment."
"The engineer specified the materials to be used in construction."
"The instructions specified the order of operations."
Clearly and precisely defined or stated.
ˈspɛsɪfaɪd
Precisely defined or explicitly stated.
The specified route must be followed.
💡 Simply: Imagine a treasure hunt where the clue says, "Go to the *specified* tree." The tree is super clear: it's not *any* tree, it's the *particular* one.
👶 For kids: Something that is told to you exactly. For example, the *specified* time for the game is 3 o'clock.
More Examples
The specified instructions are easy to understand.
He followed the specified guidelines to create a successful result.
How It's Used
"The specified parameters are critical for the experiment's success."
"All specified terms and conditions must be met."
"She reviewed the specified requirements."
Synonyms & Antonyms
From Middle English *specifien*, from Old French *especifier* or directly from Latin *specificare* ("to specify, define"), from *species* ("kind, sort") and *facere* ("to make").
The word 'specified' has been used consistently over centuries, particularly in legal and scientific texts, to ensure clarity and precision.
Memory tip
Think of a specific example: when you SPECIFY something, you're making it SPECIFIC.
Word Origin
"kind, sort"