Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Specific”
Clear and exact; referring to one particular thing, not general.
Word Family of Specific
What is the adjective of specific? — specific
What is the adverb of specific? — specifically
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- Can you give me a specific example? A2
- The doctor gave specific instructions for taking the medicine. B1
- The study addressed specific challenges in implementing policy. B2
Word Form Patterns for Specific
-ly
Adds **-ly** to make an adverb describing how an action happens. Example: specific → specifically.
Origin and Word Formation of Specific
From Latin specificus, relating to a particular kind.
Common Word Form Mistakes with Specific
Wrong: This applies specific to students.
Correct: This applies specifically to students.
Need adverb form 'specifically' to modify verb.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Specific
What are the word forms of “specific”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “specific”?
“specific” is primarily a adj. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Where does “specific” come from?
From Latin specificus, relating to a particular kind.