Specify (verb):
- To state explicitly or in detail; to define precisely:
- Example: “Please specify your requirements for the project.”
- Example: “The contract specifies the terms of the agreement.”
- To include as an essential condition or requirement:
- Example: “The job posting specifies a minimum of five years of experience.”
- Example: “She specified that the report must be submitted by Friday.”
Prepositions Used with “Specify”
- Specify in: Used to indicate the details or conditions of something.
- Example: “They specified in the contract that payment must be made within 30 days.”
- Specify as: Used to indicate the exact nature or form of something.
- Example: “The recipe specifies olive oil as the cooking oil.”
Collocations with “Specify”
- Specify requirements
- Specify details
- Specify conditions
- Specify criteria
- Specify instructions
- Specify deadlines
- Specify preferences
- Specify parameters
- Specify options
- Specify constraints
- Specify quantities
- Specify standards
- Specify procedures
- Specify terms
- Specify guidelines
- Specify goals
- Specify expectations
- Specify limitations
- Specify format
Example Sentences
- The contract specifies the responsibilities of both parties.
- Can you specify the exact time of the meeting?
- She specified that the report should be double-spaced.
- The job description specifies proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Please specify your preferred method of contact.
- They specified in the agreement that no changes could be made without mutual consent.
- The doctor specified the dosage of medication for each patient.
- The manual specifies how to assemble the furniture.
- The regulations specify the maximum allowable speed on this road.
- He specified in the email that the documents must be signed by all parties.
- The guidelines specify the requirements for submitting a proposal.
- Please specify your dietary preferences for the event.
- They specified the exact dimensions for the custom-made furniture.
- The policy specifies the steps to follow in case of an emergency.
- The contract specifies a payment schedule for the project.
- She specified in her will how her assets should be distributed.
- Can you specify which department is responsible for this task?
- The invitation specifies formal attire for the gala.
- The recipe specifies using fresh ingredients for best results.
- He specified in the contract that delivery must be made by the end of the month.
- The contract specifies the rights and obligations of both parties.
- Please specify your availability for next week’s meeting.
- The proposal specifies a budget of $50,000 for the renovation project.
- They specified in the job posting that travel may be required.
- The software manual specifies system requirements for installation.
- Can you specify the dimensions of the room for the furniture layout?
- The contract specifies the duration of the lease agreement.
- She specified the color scheme for the interior design project.
- Please specify the quantity of each item needed for the event.
- The guidelines specify the format for submitting research papers.
- They specified the safety protocols to follow during construction.
- The project plan specifies milestones for completion.
- He specified his preferences for the design of the website.
- The job description specifies skills required for the position.
- The regulations specify procedures for handling hazardous materials.
- Can you specify the deadline for submitting the proposal?
- The document specifies the terms of payment for the services rendered.
- Please specify the address for delivery of the package.
- The contract specifies penalties for late payment.
- She specified the date and time of the event in the invitation.
- The instructions specify using a sharp knife for cutting vegetables.
- They specified in the contract that confidentiality must be maintained.
- The policy specifies guidelines for employee conduct.
- Please specify any special accommodations you may need during your stay.
- The report specifies recommendations for improving efficiency.
- The agreement specifies conditions under which termination may occur.
- The guidelines specify the criteria for evaluating grant applications.
- He specified the model number of the equipment needed for the project.
- They specified in the terms of service that users must agree to privacy policies.
- The contract specifies the scope of work to be performed.