Dictionary Only:
Explicit Words:

SPECIALIZE

(verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Specialize.

Specialize - as a verb

Become more focused on an area of activity or field of study

Example: "She specializes in near eastern history"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
narrow9narrow downspecialise14
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
alter5change12vary10
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
diversify19

Be specific about

Example: "Could you please specify your criticism of my paper?"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
particularise17particularize26specialise14specify17
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
dilate7elaborate11enlarge8expand16expatiate18exposit16expound17flesh outlucubrate13
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Suit to a special purpose

Example: "Specialize one's research"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
specialise14

Devote oneself to a special area of work

Example: "She specializes in honey bees"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
specialise14

Evolve so as to lead to a new species or develop in a way most suited to the environment

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
differentiate20specialise14speciate12

Example Sentences

"She specializes in pediatric dentistry."
"The restaurant specializes in seafood dishes."
"He decided to specialize in neurology."
"Our company specializes in custom software development."
"She chose to specialize in environmental law."
View more

Word Game Points

Is SPECIALIZE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, specialize is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SPECIALIZE has a SCRABBLE points total of 23.

Is SPECIALIZE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, specialize is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SPECIALIZE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 26.

Is SPECIALIZE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, specialize is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SPECIALIZE has a WORDFEUD points total of 25.

Word Variations & Relations

A-Z Proximities

Add 1 Letter To Make These Words...

WordDB Icon
WordDB
United Kingdom
Download the WordDB app directly on your home screen for instant access. No App Store necessary, less than 1MB storage, always up-to-date and secure.
1.
Tap on share button
2.
Tap on Add To Home Screenadd button
3.
Find WordDB App Icon on your home screen