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SPECIALIZING

(verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Specializing.

Specializing - 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 is a talented chef specializing in Italian cuisine."
"The university offers a program specializing in environmental studies."
"This store is known for specializing in exotic spices."
"He works for a law firm specializing in intellectual property."
"The doctor has a clinic specializing in sports injuries."
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Word Game Points

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

SPECIALIZING has a SCRABBLE points total of 26.

Is SPECIALIZING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, specializing is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SPECIALIZING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 31.

Is SPECIALIZING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, specializing is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SPECIALIZING has a WORDFEUD points total of 29.

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