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specified

Pronunciation: [/ˈspɛsɪfaɪd/]

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specified: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use specified in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “instruction or requirements”

(adjective) when something is clearly stated or defined. Like when your teacher tells you exactly what to do for a project, it's specified.

Example

The specified length for the essay is 500 words.

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There was no specified deadline for the assignment.

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Can you please follow the specified guidelines for the experiment?

Context: “giving details or instructions”

(verb) to clearly state or define something. It's like when you tell your friend exactly how to find your house, you're specifying the directions.

Example

The boss specified the requirements for the project clearly.

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She failed to specify the time of the meeting, causing confusion.

Example

Can you specify the color you want for the car?

How to pronounce specified

Pronunciation: [/ˈspɛsɪfaɪd/]

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