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Synonyms of specialized
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Verb
1. specialize, specialise, narrow, narrow down, change, alter, vary
usage:
become more focus on an area of activity or field of study; "She specializes in Near Eastern history"
2. specify, particularize, particularise, specialize, specialise, elaborate, lucubrate, expatiate, exposit, enlarge, flesh out, expand, expound, dilate
usage:
be specific about; "Could you please specify your criticism of my paper?"
3. specialize, specialise, modify
usage:
suit to a special purpose; "specialize one's research"; "this kind of beak has become specialized in certain Galapagos finches"
4. specialize, specialise, work
usage:
devote oneself to a special area of work; "She specializes in honey bees"; "This baker specializes in French bread"
5. speciate, differentiate, specialize, specialise, evolve
usage:
evolve so as to lead to a new species or develop in a way most suited to the environment
Adjective
1. specialized (vs. unspecialized), specialised, differentiated, special, specialistic, specific
usage:
developed or designed for a special activity or function; "a specialized tool"
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