specify

/ˈspɛs.ɪ.faɪ/verb
Middle School
1

To state explicitly, or in detail, or as a condition.

2

To include in a specification.

3

To bring about a specific result.

4

To speak explicitly or in detail (often used with of).

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Antonyms

generalize

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

wifirabbioccupypigstypotpiecrucifyfireflyhorrifylullabymagnify

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

sacsadsagsaisaksalsamsansaosap

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

acmaeraflairaixanyarybecbedbeg

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

ftppdfrpfflapflipflopfulphopfkopfpaff
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